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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
Servings: 3
Calories: 41kcal
This Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning is so much healthier and cheaper than the store-bought packets and tastes great on veggies, meat, and more!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika (or regular)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano (Mexican oregano preferred)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar (or dash stevia or other sweetener, as desired)
- 1 teaspoon coriander (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Mix well.
- Store in a tightly closed container.
- Use approximately 2 tablespoons for every pound of meat.
Notes
- How Much to Use: Use 2–3 tablespoons seasoning per pound of meat (2 tablespoons for classic flavor, 3 tablespoons for bolder).
For beans, use about 2 tablespoons per 2 cups cooked beans. - Red Pepper Flakes: Aleppo pepper adds nice depth, but regular red pepper flakes work great too.
- Salt: Any salt works. If using kosher salt, use about 1½ teaspoons due to larger flakes. Start with less and adjust to taste.
- For Really Great Taco Meat: Brown 1 pound ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat if needed. Add 2–3 tablespoons seasoning plus 1 tablespoon tomato paste; cook 30–45 seconds. Add ¼–½ cup water or broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened. Finish with 1–2 tablespoons lime juice and adjust salt to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 41kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2380IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 3mg | Net Carbs: 5g