Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
Spice up your meals with Homemade Taco Seasoning! Made with simple spices you already have at home, this flavorful spice blend takes just 5 minutes to make- and you'll never go back to store-bought again!
How to Make the Best Homemade Taco Seasoning
Say goodbye to those little packets of store-bought taco seasoning! This homemade taco seasoning is ready in just 5 minutes and uses simple spices you probably already have in your pantry. The blend of cumin, coriander, garlic, and Mexican oregano creates a rich, authentic flavor that’s far superior to anything you’ll find on the grocery store shelf.
What makes this recipe special is the balance of warm spices with just a hint of heat from the chipotle powder. You can easily adjust the spice level to suit your taste—use less chipotle for a milder blend or add more if you like things fiery. The touch of sugar rounds out the flavors and helps create that perfect caramelization when you cook your meat.
Keep a jar of this seasoning on hand for taco nights, burrito bowls, seasoned rice, or even sprinkling over roasted vegetables. Once you try homemade, you’ll never go back to those mystery-ingredient packets again.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Spice up your meals with Homemade Taco Seasoning! Made with simple spices you already have at home, this flavorful spice blend takes just 5 minutes to make- and you'll never go back to store-bought again!
Ingredients
Taco Seasoning
Instructions
Making the Seasoning
- Measure and mix all ingredients together in a small bowl and give a good stir until well combined.
- Store in a sealed jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Using Dried Chilies (Optional)
- Test your dried chili for heat level (it should say on the package, or taste a small piece).
- Place a whole chili in a high-powered blender or spice grinder, removing stems and seeds if you prefer less heat.
- Grind until fine and use as chili powder, adding 1 tablespoon to this basic recipe.
- Use the remainder as you would chili flakes—keep it in a little bowl handy by the stove.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for the chipotle powder if desired.
- For a milder seasoning, reduce the chipotle powder to 1/4 teaspoon.
- Mexican oregano has a slightly different flavor than Mediterranean oregano, but regular oregano can be substituted in a pinch.
- Use about 2 tablespoons of this seasoning per pound of meat for tacos.
