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2-Minute Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

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Once you know, you know: the BEST taco seasoning is homemade! Make this earthy, spicy, smoky homemade taco seasoning mix in less than 2 minutes. No sugar, fillers, or preservatives!

small glass vial, with different spices layered inside, including paprika and chili powder, with text overlay: "2-Minute Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix (earthy, spicy, smoky!)"

Tacos are king in my house.

I make them nearly every week because the possibilities and flavors are endless.

Yet, we all know that, when it comes to tacos, the flavor lies in the seasoning. You can have the best salsa and toppings, but if the taco meat isn’t flavored with the quintessential taco essence, can we even call it a taco?

Taco seasoning is truly essential if you’re trying to achieve that deep, earthy, spicy flavor that makes our taste buds so happy.

Sadly, store-bought taco seasoning is full of ingredients such as maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, high oleic soybean oil, sugar and about ten pounds of sodium (okay, maybe nine).

If you’re anything like me, one day you woke up to the fact that there has got to be a better way. Let’s face it, pretty much anything in the store was inspired by something someone made at home once, right?

Yes!!! You can make your own homemade taco seasoning… with spices you most likely already have in your spice cabinet.

It was life changing making my own version of taco seasoning mix at home. Just pure and simple spices that don’t need any additives.

The nicest part is that you’re entirely in charge of what goes into them and can change it however you wish.

Once you learn this quick and simple recipe, you’ll never go back to using taco seasoning from a packet! It is the perfect complement to these 25+ Easy, Healthy Ground Beef Recipes.

How to make homemade taco seasoning?

This is a seriously simple recipe that takes a mere two minutes. You need a few spices that are probably already in your pantry.

The classic version requires cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, onion and garlic powder as well as salt, pepper and cayenne pepper if you’re looking for some heat.

If you’re making taco seasoning yourself, you can really control the salt and heat! Use as much or as little as you prefer.

overhead shot of 8 different spices, each in a small bowl or spoon, including paprika, chili powder, cumin, sea salt, and more

More Spices To Consider Adding

Want to get creative with your taco seasoning mix? Here are some ideas…

Add 1/8 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the mix for a smoky flavor that isn’t overpowering. Experiment with more if you really love the smoky flavor!

Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of chipotle chili powder to the mix. This will intensify the flavor of the taco seasoning and give you a deep richness that works particularly well in hearty chili recipes.

To change things up further, add 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander for a nice earthy taste.

If you like your taco seasoning on the spicy side, add 1/4 teaspoon of red chili flakes to the mix for a nice kick. And if you really want to up the ante, 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

Whichever variation you choose, you can tailor this homemade taco seasoning recipe to your liking!

How much does this recipe make?

This recipe yields about 6 tablespoons of homemade taco seasoning, or enough to season about 3 pounds of meat. Feel free to double or triple it for a big batch!

Once you mix the spices well, you can always divide the mixture and add any alternative ingredients to a portion of it.

How long will the spices stay fresh?

If you store your seasoning mix in an airtight container, it stays fresh for 6 months to 1 year. Mine has never lasted beyond a few months as I use it up!

What To Make With Your Taco Seasoning Mix

This is where the fun begins — putting your taco seasoning mix to use in a great recipe.

Take advantage of this amazing spice mix with any of these dishes: beef tacos, chicken tacos, chipotle-lime taco “meat”, taco salad, taco soup, chicken enchiladas, pumpkin chili, green lentil chili, black bean chili, tortilla soup, fajitas, quesadillas, white bean chicken soup, and refried beans… just to name a few!

I like to use about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per pound of meat, adjusting to taste as needed.

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Once you know, you know: the BEST taco seasoning is homemade! Make this earthy, spicy, smoky homemade taco seasoning mix in less than 2 minutes. No sugar, fillers, or preservatives!

Course Spice Mix
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 9 kcal
Author Daniela Modesto

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper optional

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients.

  2. Mix well.

  3. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

  4. Use about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per pound of ground beef, ground turkey, or other meat, adjusting to taste as needed.

Recipe Notes

Experiment with adding different spices to the mix, too, such as...

  • 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika (smoky flavor)
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (extra heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (earthy flavor)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or red chili flakes (extra kick)
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Amount Per Serving (1.5 Teaspoons)
Calories 9 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 120mg5%
Potassium 49mg1%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 581IU12%
Calcium 15mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

What will you make with your homemade taco seasoning?

Looking for more spice blend recipes? Try these!

  • Traditional Chinese Five Spice Powder
  • Homemade Za’atar Seasoning (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
  • Homemade Herb Seasoning Salt (Similar To Herbamare)
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About Daniela Modesto

Daniela is a kombucha-drinking, gut health-focused blogger at Calm Eats. Growing up in Romania, she learned to love being in the kitchen and cooking from scratch. Food sensitivity later in life, however, has prompted her to shift focus by cooking seasonally without gluten or dairy while sacrificing none of the taste. She resides in the Philadelphia area with her husband and two small children. She loves photography, writing, the ocean, and empowering others to take gut health into their own hands by cooking and eating real food.

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  1. Simona says

    November 8, 2019 at 6:22 pm

    Buna Daniela. Ce bucurie si binecuvantare sa vad co-nationalii mei, dar mai ales sa fie printre cei care sunt pe cooking blogs. … nu stiu Ce sa mai zic dar imi plac retetele tale. Keep in touch. Eu locuiesc in Vancouver BC

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    April 13, 2023 at 10:21 pm

    Wonderful post

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