I used to buy taco seasoning packets just like everybody else.
Never again, my friends. This is just too easy.
The recipe below is the result of picking and choosing favorite flavors from half a dozen different recipes for taco seasoning. Lots of onion and chili powder, some smoky cumin, extra red pepper flakes because me and Jon like some heat in our tacos…garlic powder, because I can never have enough, and some oregano, salt and pepper.
It’s as good as any packet mix you could throw at me; better, in fact, because when I want more, I just add more. No need to rip open another packet…those days are over.
This recipe is the perfect amount to fill a half pint mason jar. Dump it all in, mix it together, and you’re set! Two tablespoons of this mix is roughly equivalent to a packet of taco seasoning which can be used in any number of dinners:
- Season hamburger or chicken for tacos (obviously)
- Season a bean dip for taco chips
- You can never go wrong with seven layer taco dip at a party
- Spice up your guacamole when you’re in a hurry
What are your favorite recipes to use taco seasoning? Leave your ideas (and links!) below in the comments!
DIY Taco Seasoning Recipe
- 1/4 – 1/3 cups chili powder
- 1/4c – 1/3 cups onion flakes
- 3 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Mix all the spices in an airtight jar. Use 2 tablespoons in place of a packet of taco seasoning mix.
