Homemade Taco Seasoning

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You’ll keep this homemade taco seasoning is so yummy, you’re going to want to keep in on hand 24/7. It’s less expensive than buying premade seasoning, and it’s totally delicious on veggies, ground beef, chicken, shrimp, or really any kind of meat!

Taco seasoning is something that you can throw together in about 2 minutes with basic spices from your pantry. Whether you need a way to make a quick meal for taco night or I just want it on hand for easy meal prep, this seasoning blend always comes in handy.

Lots of store bought taco seasonings contain additives, natural flavors, silicone dioxide, and sugars, which isn’t great. When you make your own, you get full control over the ingredients! And in this recipe, there’s no sugar, and no junk — just the perfect amount of your own spices. It’s one of my favorite ways to ensure I’m eating quality food.

Want more sugar free seasonings? Check out my homemade ranch seasoning, Italian seasoning, air fryer dry rub, BBQ seasoning recipes. Making your own homemade seasoning is a game changer! Taco Tuesday just got tastier!

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

DIY taco seasoning is so easy to love! Make a big batch of it and store until needed, because I promise you’re going to love it:

• As an added bonus, making your own spice blends is more affordable than grabbing store-bought taco seasoning! Hello, happy budget!
• This easy homemade taco seasoning only require seven ingredients that you likely already have in your spice cabinet.
• I love to give homemade spice mixes as gifts! Just put them into a cute glass jar, add a pretty label and some ribbon and you have an adorable (and useful!) gift that anyone would love to receive.

Ingredient Notes

Variations

Homemade taco seasoning is super versatile, because you can use it in basically anything. But you can also adjust it based on your preferences.

Do you like your seasoning extra spicy? Then add about 1/8-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper.

If you prefer your seasoning to be mild then just cut the chili powder in half.

How to Make Homemade Taco Seasoning

Mexican food is one of my favorite types of food! Making my own taco seasoning is the best way to change up the flavor game when it comes to my favorite recipes. Here’s how to mix up this easy seasoning blend:

Add all of the spices to a small dish or small mason jar — glass spice jars will work too. Stir well or cover and shake until fully mixed together. Cover and store in your pantry and use as needed!

Storing Homemade Spice Blends

Transfer the seasoning mix to an airtight container and store at room temperature. For best taste, use within one year, unless the expiration date of any of the included spices comes first.

Uses for Taco Seasoning

Like I said, this seasoning blend is super multi-purpose, and it can be used on ground beef taco meat, enchiladas, fajitas – so much more than just tacos.

If you keep a jar in your pantry, you’ll find yourself using it all the time! I love to make taco loaded sweet potato wedges and Mexican pork chops as an easy meal.

This seasoning can be used on tons of other recipes too, like air fryer sweet potato fries, sheetpan steak fajitas, salsa baked chicken, and Mexican tuna salad.

Tips for Success

Check out these simple tips to ensure that this healthy taco seasoning always turns out great:

• If you have a gluten allergy or sensitivity, be sure all your spices are labeled as gluten free before you make the taco seasoning.
• Make sure you store in a clean and dry jar, away from moisture. If your spice cabinet is near the stove top, just ensure the seasoning is not retaining moisture from the steam off of your food. This will ensure that it lasts longer.
• Use a fine salt in this mild taco seasoning so that it easily mixes throughout the blend. If you use a coarse salt, the large chunks may settle to the bottom of the spice blend.

FAQ

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