This is a perfect Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe you can make with spices you already have in your pantry! Let me tell you, after whisking together these flavorful spices you’ll never buy a pre-packaged taco mix again.

This DIY taco seasoning mix was originally published in 2013. The photos have been updated.

I know sometimes it is very convenient to rip open pre-packaged spices, especially if you’re low on time. No judgment. But some of the ingredients in those ready-made packets have added chemicals that you don’t need or want on your tacos or in your body.

No need for sugar, MSG, or food coloring added to your tacos, right? So if you can make this recipe…make it!

It’s healthier for you and your family, and I’m all about health here.

Also…this is one of those cases where making it at home is not just healthier, but cheaper, too.

Those little packets at the store, besides being filled with chemicals, are sometimes $3 or more each. And if you don’t have some of the spices listed, you can leave them out or replace them in the recipe.

Don’t run to the store unless you have to! Who said you had to spend all kinds of money to eat better?

The perfect DIY taco seasoning

Making your own taco seasoning is super easy. In fact, as I said before, I bet you have all the spices in your cabinet right now.

Simply mix the spices together, then add it to ground beef, chicken, or turkey with about 3/4 cup of water. In minutes you will have a delicious filling ready for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or to the meat for taco salad.

You can even add the spices to sour cream or Greek yogurt and use it as a topping for one of your Mexican dishes.

Let’s get mixing!

DIY Taco Seasoning Mix – Ingredients & Utensils Required

This is a homemade taco seasoning mix for all your Latin dishes, and it’s simple to make and store in bulk. 

Remember to make this to your individual taste–add or remove the spices you like! If you want more heat, for example, throw in all the cayenne you can handle.

Prep time: 5 min Cook time: 5 min Total time: 10 min

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch of cayenne (optional)
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Utensils

• A small bowl (told you this was easy!)

Instructions

Making the seasoning mix:

1. Mix all spices together in a small bowl. 
2. You’re done. Easy!

Using the seasoning mix:

1. Add to 1 pound of partially browned meat. 
2. After the meat is completely cooked, add 3/4 cup of water.
3. Cook until the flavors blend together and water cooks down. It should take approximately 10-15 minutes.

Make several batches of the mix, store it in an airtight container, and it’ll be ready for your next fiesta! Taco Tuesday, perhaps?!

Recipes Using Taco Seasoning

• Cabbage Beef Skillet Recipe – This low carb Tex-Mex dish is simple to make and a delicious Keto diet dish.
• Taco Salad Casserole – Versatile simple dish the whole family will love.
• Taco Salad With Creamy Cilantro Dressing –  Hearty and satisfying! Just the meal for salad lovers.
• Fiesta Taco Pie – Made with flavorful seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and then loaded with your favorite toppings!

Make a Blackberry Margarita or a Paloma Cocktail too!

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Yield: 4-6

Taco Seasoning Mix

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Homemade taco seasoning mix for all your Latin dishes. Simple to make and store in bulk.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch of cayenne (optional)
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Mix all spices together in a small bowl.

Add to 1 pound of partially browned meat. After meat is completely cooked, add 3/4 cup of water and cook until the flavors blend together and water cooks down, approximately 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

7

Serving Size:

1 teaspoons
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 7Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 174mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g

Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.

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Did you try this taco seasoning recipe? What did you add to it, or take out of it? Or did you just use it as-is? And what kind of meal did you make with it? As always, I’d love to hear more!