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Taco seasoning blend in glass jar, white dish with tiny wooden spoon.

Taco Seasoning Recipe

Contributor: Christine Pittman

This copycat taco seasoning tastes just like the packets and is so easy to make.
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled. Use 2 tablespoons of the seasoning when one packet is called for in a recipe. You’ll need that same amount, 2 tablespoons, to season 1 pound of ground meat.

To use the seasoning to make taco meat, cook 1 pound of ground meat until it is browned and fully-cooked. Add 2 tablespoons of the seasoning and stir. Add 2 tablespoons of water and allow it to simmer for 2 minutes.

  • Author: Christine Pittman
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 4 oz. (1/2 cup) 1x
  • Category: Spice Blend
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp. ground cumin
  • 2 Tbsp. onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp. dried oregano
  • 2 tsp. ground chili powder
  • 2 tsp. sweet or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl whisk together cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, paprika, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
  2. Transfer mixture to an air-tight container. Store up to 3 months in a cool, dry, dark, place.

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