Taco seasoning from a packet is convenient, but often quite salty and less pronounced in flavor. By making taco seasoning yourself, you get a mix that is fuller, spicier and better balanced.
And it takes you less than 5 minutes.
Which spices are in taco seasoning?
A good taco seasoning combines warm, earthy and mildly spicy flavors:
- Paprika powder
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Oregano
- Chili powder
- Black pepper
This combination provides that recognizable Tex-Mex flavor.
Recipe: make taco seasoning yourself
Ingredients
- 2 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (optional)
Preparation
Mix all the spices in a bowl and store in a sealed jar.
How do you use taco seasoning?
Use about 1–2 tablespoons of spice mix per 500 grams of minced meat, chicken or vegetarian filling.
Brown your meat or vegetables first, then add the spices with a splash of water. Let it simmer briefly so the flavors infuse.