Taco seasoning

 

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

PREP TIME 5minutes minutes

TOTAL TIME 5minutes minutes

SERVINGS 2

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• ½ tablespoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• pinch cayenne pepper optional

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  Mix all ingredients together.
• Store in an airtight container. for up to 6 months in a cool dry place.

To Use:

• For tacos add 2 tablespoons (or more taste) to 1 pound of cooked ground meat (optional, add diced onions) in a large pan or skillet
• Add ½ cup water and simmer until most of the water has evaporated.

Notes

• 2 tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning is equal to one packet of taco seasoning.
• Use 2 tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning for 1 pound of ground beef. Add 1/2 cup of water with the seasoning and let it simmer.
• Options:  Add 1/2 diced onion to the meat while browning. Once browned, stir in a tablespoon of tomato paste or a diced tomato if you'd like.

Tuck the taco meat into taco shells or tortillas and top with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes and cheese.