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Published: Jan 3, 2022 · Modified: May 8, 2025 by Kathy

Taco Seasoning

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A spoonful of taco seasoning.

Homemade taco seasoning is easy to make and a perfect way to add extra flavor to any dish.

Mix a large batch together and store in your pantry or mix a small batch for dinner tonight.

Taco seasoning in a glass crock.

Homemade taco seasoning

If you like to make tacos, or use taco seasoning, then this is the recipe for you! This easy to make spice blend replaces any store bought package you might use.

Make up a large batch so you have it available for quick easy dinners. Package up a batch and give away as gifts.

This recipe is flexible and can be adjusted to your liking - increase the chili powder, reduce the salt or add a bit more cumin or a bit more spice with red chili flakes. Of course, this mixture is also perfect just the way it's written too!

There's no added sugar, starch or other fillers in this mixture. Most store bought packages contain all those extras that just aren't needed for pure delicious flavor!

Key ingredients

Spices in a bowl.
  • Chili Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Ground Oregano - or oregano flakes
  • Smoked Paprika - can also use regular paprika
  • Salt

Step by step directions

  • Measure out all spices into a bowl
  • Use a whisk or spoon and mix to combine
Spices mixed in a bowl.
  • Use right away or store in an airtight container

To use

  • 2-3 tablespoons of this spice mixture is used in place of one packet - or use 2-3 tablespoons for every pound of ground beef or chicken. The amount varies on how strong you like your meat seasoned.
  • Brown your ground meat first, drain off any grease then add the taco seasoning along with ¼ cup of water. Mix well and cook until the water is absorbed.
  • Use in any recipe calling for taco seasoning

Recipe tips

  • Use fresh jars of dried herbs and spices. Spices and herbs lose their potency after a while so for the most flavor, use newly opened jars or packages.
  • Store taco seasoning in an airtight container in your pantry or cupboard
  • If you like a bit of sweetness, you can add a teaspoon of sugar to the mixture
  • Add red chili flakes if you like a bit more heat or reduce chili powder if you'd like a bit milder

Recipe Faqs

How long will taco seasoning last?

When stored in an airtight container, homemade taco seasoning will last up to a year.

How much taco seasoning equals one packet of store bought seasoning?

Most packets of store bought seasoning contain one ounce of taco seasoning which is about 2 tablespoons of homemade seasoning.

Recipes using taco seasoning

  • Black bean taco cups
  • Black bean flautas
  • Burrito bowls
  • Turkey tortilla soup
  • Fajita casserole - can use taco seasoning in place of the fajita seasoning

More homemade spice mixes

  • Onion soup mix
  • Fajita seasoning
  • Pickling spice
  • Jamaican Jerk seasoning
Taco spices in a glass crock.

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Taco seasoning in a glass crock.

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Kathy Berget
A delicious blend of herbs and spices perfect for adding to ground burger or other dishes.
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Seasoning
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 10 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
 
 

  • ¼ cup chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano (or dried oregano flakes)

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a bowl
  • Mix well with a whisk
  • Use 2 tablespoons for 1 pound of ground burger or in place of 1 package of store bought seasoning
  • Store taco seasoning in an airtight container

Notes

To use

  • 2-3 tablespoons of this spice mixture is used in place of one packet - or use 2-3 tablespoons for every pound of ground beef or chicken. The amount varies on how strong you like your meat seasoned.
  • Brown your ground meat first, drain off any grease then add the taco seasoning along with ¼ cup of water. Mix well and cook until the water has evaporated.
  • Use in any recipe calling for taco seasoning

Recipe tips

  • Use fresh jars of dried herbs and spices. Spices and herbs lose their potency after a while so for the most flavor, use newly opened jars or packages.
  • Store taco seasoning in an airtight container in your pantry or cupboard
  • If you like a bit of sweetness, you can add a teaspoon of sugar to the mixture
  • Add red chili flakes if you like a bit more heat or reduce chili powder if you'd like a bit milder
 

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoonCalories: 10kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 209mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 781IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
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  1. David @ Spiced says

    January 04, 2022 at 5:09 am

    5 stars
    We use taco seasoning quite a bit! I typically prefer to make my own spice mixes - they taste so much better than the store-bought versions. I can't wait to try your taco seasoning. It is Tuesday today...tacos maybe? 🙂 Happy New Year to you and your family, Kathy!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      January 04, 2022 at 6:36 am

      They do taste so much better!!! Enjoy 🙂

      Reply
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