Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ((may substitute sweet paprika))
• 1 teaspoon table salt (reduce to ½ teaspoon for “reduced sodium” but note it won’t be as flavorful.)
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps

1. 1

   In a small dish, whisk together all ingredients until combined.

2. 2

   Use as directed in recipe. This recipe yields enough for one pound of ground meat and can be substituted anywhere that calls for a packet of taco seasoning.

3. 3

   How to use for a pound of ground meat (chicken, turkey, or beef) for tacos: Heat a teaspoon of oil over a medium-sized skillet until shimmering. Add ground meat and cook, crumbling, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease if/as needed. Add (all) taco seasoning, sprinkling evenly over the meat and add ⅔ cup (158ml) water. Stir, bring to a simmer, and cook until sauce is thickened and no longer liquidy (several minutes longer).