Best 3 Taco Bell Seasoning Copycat Recipes

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Taco Bell is a fast-food restaurant chain that specializes in Mexican-inspired cuisine. Their signature dish is the taco, a corn or wheat tortilla filled with seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream. Taco Bell also offers a variety of other menu items, including burritos, quesadillas, nachos, and salads.

This article will provide you with recipes for three of Taco Bell's most popular dishes: tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. Each recipe includes a detailed list of ingredients and instructions, so you can easily make these dishes at home.

The taco recipe includes instructions for making both hard and soft tacos. The burrito recipe includes instructions for making both beef and bean burritos. And the quesadilla recipe includes instructions for making both cheese and chicken quesadillas.

Whether you're a fan of Taco Bell or you're just looking for some new and delicious Mexican-inspired recipes, you're sure to enjoy these copycat recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX



Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix image

Save money and make a healthy low sodium/salt free, gluten free, low carb, and keto taco seasoning mix.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Main Course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons chili powder
5 tablespoons paprika
5 tablespoons cumin
2 1/2 tablespoons dehydrated onion
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir or whisk to mix them together well.
  • Use 3 tablespoons of mix with 3/4 cup of water to one pound of ground beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 109 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TACO BELL TACO SEASONING MIX (COPYCAT)



Taco Bell Taco Seasoning Mix (Copycat) image

My copycat recipe for Taco Bell's seasoned ground beef is a bulk seasoning blend which yields 6 batches of tacos (1 pound ground beef per batch). When ready to use, mix 4 level tablespoons of this mixture with 3/4 cup water (directions below).

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 24-32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons masa corn flour
6 tablespoons instant onion flakes
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons seasoning salt (Lawry's brand only)
1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon ground oregano

Steps:

  • NOTE: TO PREPARE A SINGLE SERVING OF THIS SEASONING FOR JUST ONE BATCH TACOS, FOLLOW THIS CONVERSION RECIPE (YIELDS 4 LEVEL TABLESPOONS): 1 tablespoon masa corn flour, 1 tablespoon instant onion flakes, 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 3/4 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt, 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder, 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder, 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano. (STEP ONE): COMBINE all ingredients well and store in a dark, cool place, tightly sealed.
  • WHEN READY TO USE: Add 3/4 cup cold water and 4 level tablespoons of this seasoning into a plasic resealable container with a tight-fitting lid.
  • SHAKE mixture well until dry ingredients are thoroughly dissolved in water.
  • BROWN 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat while stirring without overcooking (drain ground beef if necessary).
  • POUR shaken mixture into browned ground beef in skillet.
  • RAISE heat to high; BOIL mixture for one minute, stirring.
  • REDUCE heat to medium; COOK mixture, stirring occasionally, until very little liquid remains and ground beef is moist yet not soggy.
  • COVER and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • SIMMER for 5-7 minutes to steam and tenderize meat, and for flavors to infuse fully.
  • FILL crisped taco shells with seasoned ground beef mixture, adding desired cheese and vegetable fillings; SERVE and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.4, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 74.1, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.7

TACO BELL TACO SEASONING CLONE/COPYCAT



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This copycat recipe is on many websites, but wasn't on zaar, so i posted it. Better than those storebought packages.

Provided by Nat Da Brat

Categories     Mexican

Time 1m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Combine and store in an air-tight container.
  • Notes: To make taco meat, brown 1 lb ground beef in skillet; drain.
  • Add seasoning mix and 3/4 cup of water.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce heat.
  • Simmer uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.6, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 665.5, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • Use a coffee grinder to grind the spices for a finer, more consistent blend.
  • Toast the spices in a pan over medium heat for a few minutes to bring out their flavor.
  • Store the seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
  • Experiment with different ratios of spices to create your own unique blend.
  • Use the seasoning in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

This Taco Bell seasoning copycat recipe is a quick and easy way to add delicious Mexican flavor to your favorite dishes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a seasoning blend that tastes just like the one from Taco Bell. Whether you're making tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or anything else, this seasoning is sure to please. So next time you're craving Taco Bell, skip the drive-thru and make your own delicious Mexican food at home with this easy copycat seasoning recipe.

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