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    January 27, 2021

    How To Make Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

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    Make your own homemade taco seasoning mix with this simple DIY recipe. It's quick and easy! In just ten minutes, you'll have a high-quality blend of fragrant seasonings to use in infinite recipes.

    Season ground beef, ground turkey, shredded chicken, steak, shrimp, veggies and so much more. You can also use your mix as a fun gift. Simply portion into pretty jars and add a bow!

    Homemade taco seasoning mix being whisked together in a glass bowl.
    Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

    *Disclaimer: This article may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Can I just buy pre-mixed taco seasonings?

    Of course! But keep in mind that many pre-mixed taco seasonings found at the grocery store have additives and aren't gluten free. If this is a concern for you, homemade taco seasoning is a great option. Take control of the ingredients in your food and experience better flavor than ever before with homemade taco seasoning mix. Pure spices, no additives!

    Is homemade taco seasoning mix mild or spicy?

    You can make it either way! It's all about the variety of chili powder you add to your mix. Chili powder is made of dried, crushed peppers. Some peppers have mild flavor, some are super spicy and some are middle of the road. Check the packaging label on different chilis powders at the grocery store to find information on spice level and pick one that suits your preference!

    Spices for homemade taco seasoning measured into a glass mixing bowl.

    How much taco seasoning should I use per pound of meat?

    Typically, you'll use about ¼ cup of seasoning per pound of meat. I like a stronger flavor so I usually end up adding a dash more. I recommend adding your seasoning slowly and taste testing along the way to get it just right!

    Mexican oregano vs. oregano - what's the difference?

    This recipe calls for Mexican oregano which has a full-bodied flavor and slight citrus undertones, Italian oregano is a bit lighter with mild notes of mint. You can substitute regular (Italian or Mediterranean) oregano for Mexican oregano, either will work! I prefer Mexican oregano for taco seasoning if I can find it at the grocery store.

    Handy tips:

    • Homemade taco seasoning mix makes an amazing, edible DIY gift for the Mexican food lover in your life. Portion mix into a pretty, airtight jar. Add a bow and tag with a recipe or list of ideas for use.
    • Homemade taco seasoning in a mason jar.
    • A copper tablespoon full of homemade taco seasonings.
    • Homemade taco seasoning in a lidded, glass, mason jar.
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    5 from 3 votes

    Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

    Yield: approximately 15oz taco seasoning
    Easy homemade, gluten-free taco seasoning with only 8 ingredients! A fragrant combination of cumin, chili powder, Mexican oregano, garlic, onion, salt, pepper & chili flakes.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Course: Seasonings
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: 10 Minute Recipe, Gluten Free, Homemade taco seasoning, Quick, Seasoning, Spices
    Calories: 42kcal

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup ground cumin *see note below
    • ½ cup chili powder *see note below
    • ¼ cup Mexican oregano *see note below
    • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoons onion powder
    • 4 teaspoons salt
    • 4 teaspoons ground pepper
    • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes *optional for a spicier mix

    Recipe notes: 

    Ground cumin & chili powder: buy these 2 ingredients in bulk if you can since they're the two you'll use most. This should lessen the cost of your taco seasoning mix. There are many different types of chili powder, choose one that is suitable to your tolerance for spice. I typically purchase a "medium-hot" variety (packaging will specify).
    Mexican oregano: Mexican oregano has a full-bodied flavor and slight citrus undertones where Italian oregano is a bit lighter with notes of mint. Either will work fine but I prefer Mexican oregano for taco seasoning if I can find it at the grocery store.

    Instructions

    • Measure all spices into a small mixing bowl. Whisk until they are well combined and then store in an airtight container.
    • Use mix in all your favorite Mexican food recipes! Season ground beef, ground turkey, shredded chicken, steak, shrimp, veggies and so much more.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 42kcal | Fat: 1.7g | Protein: 1.9g | Carbohydrates: 7.1g

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    Comments

    1. Celeste says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:58 am

      can the salt be opt out? try to make it sodium free friendly recipes for my husband who have high blood pressure and heart attack survivor!

      Reply
      • stacey_olson says

        September 15, 2021 at 10:36 am

        Hi, Celeste! I haven't yet tried this recipe without salt so I'm not sure how it would taste. I bet it would still be good, though. Let me know if you give it a try!

        Reply
    2. Rosemary Palmer says

      November 20, 2021 at 5:33 am

      My mix is very much like this one but no Mexican Oregeno. I will look for it my next grocery run. I love making my own mixes so I can leave out or adjust things like the pepper flakes.

      Reply
      • stacey_olson says

        November 21, 2021 at 10:14 am

        I agree! I like having control over all of the ingredients and mixing it up just right!

        Reply
    3. Pam Low says

      February 26, 2022 at 6:22 am

      5 stars
      You are a very talented master of cooking ! Thank You sincerely for your recipes and tips and options and website ! You truly are amazing ! Keep it up, I will continue to follow you !

      Reply
      • Garlic Salt & Lime says

        February 26, 2022 at 9:10 am

        Thank you so much for the kind words and support, Pam! I appreciate it so much!

        Reply
    4. Cindy Rust says

      June 17, 2022 at 4:04 pm

      Thanks for creating this recipe! We love Mexican flavors so I will be making a batch of this for my spice cabinet!

      Reply
      • Garlic Salt & Lime says

        June 27, 2022 at 10:46 am

        It's very handy to have a batch in the pantry! Enjoy!

        Reply

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