This Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe only requires 7 ingredients, spices you probably already have on hand in your pantry or kitchen. Use this as a flavoring agent or rub for your favorite meats, veggies, and more.
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If you read the ingredients on a lot of packaged taco seasonings you will find things like Maltodextrin, vegetable oil, canola oil, Silicon Dioxide ( a preservative to keep the mix from caking), and a few other things you just don’t need. Especially when making your own is so easy!
Vegetable oil and canola oil aren’t healthy oils and they don’t really belong in your seasoning. You only need 7 ingredients you probably have in your pantry.
What Spices You Will Need
Can You Use it as a Dry Rub For Meat?
Absolutely! If you’re making carnitas, Instant Pot Pulled Pork, Instant Pot Barbacoa, or a host of other things, this seasoning and rub will work great. I love to keep this on hand for weeknight dinners. It really eliminates the guessing game on what to have for dinner.
How to Store the Seasoning
If you are making a large batch of the Taco Seasoning, store it in an airtight container. I love to use these glass jars for storage. Ground spices usually last for 6 months. After that they will start to lose their flavor. I check this by giving the jar a whiff. If the smell is still potent it’s probably still good.
Whole spices will last up to 5 years.
Pair the Seasoning With These Recipes
Leftover Taco Meat Bowls
Taco Zucchini Boats
Air Fryer Taco Egg Rolls
Keto Low Carb Taco Soup
Turkey Nachos
Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
Cheesy Taco Pasta
Taco Bell Breakfast Crunchwrap
Taco Bell Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
Roasted Creamy Poblano Soup
Slow Cooker Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup
More Homemade Seasonings and Rubs
Homemade Blackened Seasoning
Homemade Chili Seasoning
Homemade Ranch Seasoning
Homemade BBQ Seasoning and Rub
Homemade Steak Seasoning Rub
Dry Rub for Chicken
Homemade Burger Rub and Seasoning
You will also love our Smoked Salsa Recipe.
Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
One Single Serving (2 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional spicy
- 1 /2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 Servings (20 tablespoons)
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 3 1/2 tablespoons cumin
- 3 1/2 tablespoons cayenene pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients and stir.
- If making a large batch store the seasoning in these glass jars.
Regina
Sunday 18th of August 2024
I love that Brandi included both recipes for one serving and to make a jar. I always make the jar and use it as needed. Thanks again Brandi!!!
staysnatched
Sunday 18th of August 2024
You're welcome! So glad to hear it.
Katie
Thursday 4th of January 2024
Topped some popcorn make on the stove top with this combo and it’s a new house favorite! Always made in bulk to have on hand 👌🏼
staysnatched
Friday 5th of January 2024
I love that idea!
Kimberly
Saturday 21st of October 2023
Have you ever used a six chili powder in place and f the regular chili powder and if so would you still use smoked paprika?
staysnatched
Sunday 22nd of October 2023
I haven't.
Regina
Monday 16th of October 2023
Love this recipe. I just made my second mix. I love that I can keep it premade and use when I need it. Brandi just knows what’s right.
staysnatched
Tuesday 17th of October 2023
So glad to hear it!
Kalera
Sunday 30th of April 2023
My go-to taco seasoning!
staysnatched
Monday 1st of May 2023
So glad to hear it!