Best 20 Taco Seasoning Recipes

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Taco seasoning is a flavorful blend of spices commonly used to add a Mexican-inspired taste to various dishes, particularly tacos. This versatile seasoning typically includes chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, and salt. It can be used to create a flavorful taco filling with ground beef, chicken, pork, or vegetables. Beyond tacos, taco seasoning can be used to enhance the taste of other dishes such as burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and chili. This article provides three different taco seasoning recipes: a basic recipe, a low-sodium recipe, and a smoky chipotle recipe. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile that can be tailored to personal preferences. Whether you're looking for a classic taco seasoning or something with a bit more depth and complexity, this article has a recipe for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX



Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix image

Much lower salt than pre-made. Salt can be omitted. Great with half ground buffalo and half ground turkey breast or whatever you prefer. Buy bulk spices and you can make 5-plus batches for under $1.00!! Increasing black pepper and adding optional ingredients will increase heat. Using mild or regular chili powder and omitting optional ingredients will reduce heat. To keep salt content low make sure chili powder does not contain salt.

Provided by KATHYESG

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons hot chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix chili powder, paprika, onion powder, sea salt, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 234.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

GROUND BEEF WITH HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX



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Taking just a little extra time to make this flavorful ground beef makes all the difference in your homemade tacos!

Provided by Jeannine Maxwell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon dried minced garlic
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound ground beef
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Mix minced onion, salt, chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, dried minced garlic, and oregano in a bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble ground beef into the hot skillet. Cook and stir until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Return ground beef to heat. Pour seasoning mixture and water over the beef; stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook until the moisture absorbs into the meat, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 327.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

TACO BELL® SEASONING COPYCAT



Taco Bell® Seasoning Copycat image

Taco Bell® copycat taco seasoning.

Provided by FoodUnl.com

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Whisk onion flakes, flour, beef bouillon, garlic salt, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and sugar together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 571.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

RESTAURANT-STYLE TACO MEAT SEASONING



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This tastes very close to the taco seasoning favored by a very popular fast-food taco restaurant. You can make this at home, and let your family prepare tacos the way they like.

Provided by GVSWIFE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ tablespoons corn flour
4 ½ teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
½ teaspoon beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
1 ⅓ pounds lean ground chuck
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the corn flour, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and seasoned salt. Stir in the paprika, cumin, garlic salt, and sugar. Blend in the onion, bouillon, and ground red pepper, stirring until all spices are well blended.
  • Crumble the ground chuck into a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until browned. Remove from heat, rinse meat with hot water, and drain water and grease from beef.
  • Return meat to skillet, and pour in seasoning. Stir in water. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until most of the liquid has cooked away, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 212.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

TACO TIME'S SECRET BEEF SEASONING



Taco Time's Secret Beef Seasoning image

I found this recipe on Y! Answers last week and finally tried it tonight. It did not disappoint. I used burrito size tortillas. I thought maybe that Taco Time's mixture is a little wetter, but the taste is spot-on! I used about 1/4 of a large onion and used a chopper. *Update - added some water as it was warming and it definitely helped. I didn't measure, but it was at least 4 T. Just add a little at a time.

Provided by Scotland

Categories     Tex Mex

Time 20m

Yield 6 burritos, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients in a small dish and add to one pound of cooked lean ground beef (92/8 is great). Put some mixture on a warm tortilla, add shredded colby/jack cheese, chopped tomato, shredded iceberg lettuce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 647, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.7, Protein 0.7

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX



Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix image

Skip the store-bought stuff and learn how to make taco seasoning yourself. This recipe is right on. It tastes like purchased mixes, but is cheaper and has nearly half the sodium. Your heart and wallet will surely thank you! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chili powder
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 cup water
4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • Combine the first nine ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 4 batches (about 1 cup total). , To prepare tacos: In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add 1/4 cup taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Fill each tortilla with 1/2 cup beef mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 619mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

TACO TIME'S SECRET BEEF SEASONING RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Taco Time's Secret Beef Seasoning Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by á-25252

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients in a small bowl and mix together.

TACO SEASONING



Taco Seasoning image

Our Test Kitchen developed this spicy, salt-free alternative to packaged taco seasoning. Stir it into dips or ground beef, sprinkle on chicken or wherever you want a Southwestern flair.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 3 tablespoons.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 teaspoons dried minced onion
3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 7 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

TACO SEASONING MIX



Taco Seasoning Mix image

Make and share this Taco Seasoning Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by opal Fitzgerald

Categories     Mexican

Time 5m

Yield 1 package

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons instant onion, Minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper, Crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon instant garlic, Minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin, Ground

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend well.
  • Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight. Label as Taco Seasoning Mix.
  • Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.
  • Makes 1 package (about 2 T) of mix.
  • Using the above recipe as a guide you can increase the amounts to make any number of packages.
  • Taco Filling: Brown 1 lb lean ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat; drain the excess grease. Add 1/2 cup water and the seasoning mix.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Makes filling for 8 to 10 tacos.
  • Hope this is what you are looking for.

TACO SEASONING II



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A mixture of spices and a little cornstarch for thickening, that closely resembles The packaged taco seasoning you might find in the store. There is no salt in this mixture.

Provided by PNCHANDRA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 21

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 teaspoons chili powder
5 teaspoons paprika
4 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 ½ teaspoons onion powder
2 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and cornstarch. Close lid securely, and shake well to mix contents. 7 teaspoons is equivalent to 1 (1.25 ounce) package of taco seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

NO SALT TACO SEASONING



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Make and share this No Salt Taco Seasoning recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Quickdrawmatty

Categories     Mexican

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin (I prefer more ...)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt substitute
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except the salt substitute.
  • After you cook your ground beef add maybe a 1/4 cup of water and add mix.
  • Right before you serve sprinkle salt substitute on beef.
  • Tip: if you prefer to use salt in your cooking add it at the table. You taste it more and end up using less salt. Your heart will thank you.

TACO JOHN'S POTATO OLE SEASONING



Taco John's Potato Ole Seasoning image

Make and share this Taco John's Potato Ole Seasoning recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annabel31

Categories     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 teaspoons lawry's seasoning
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon red pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and sprinkle on tater tots.
  • Bake as directed.

TACO SEASONING



Taco Seasoning image

Skip the powdered, packaged stuff and make your own taco seasoning, adjusting the spices to your family's taste. The recipe below makes enough to season one pound of browned ground meat (it even works with crumbled tofu), but you can easily double or triple it and store it in airtight container so it's ready to go on a busy weeknight.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     condiments, tacos

Time 5m

Yield Enough to season 1 pound ground beef, chicken or turkey

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons chile powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or substitute hot or sweet paprika)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 43, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 234 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

TACO MEAT SEASONING



Taco Meat Seasoning image

In Forest City, Iowa, Margaret Peterson shares this tongue-tingling combination of savory ground beef and zippy seasonings. Turn a big batch of this mixture into a taco supper when serving plenty of hungry guests. Or use a portion to feed your family, saving the extra meat for the following dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 pounds ground beef
3 tablespoons chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Taco shells or flour tortillas
Shredded cheese and salsa

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the next 15 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Serve in taco shells with shredded cheese and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TACO SEASONING MIX



Taco Seasoning Mix image

Create your own zippy taco seasoning for spicing up Mexican dishes. It's handy and less expensive than buying envelopes of prepared mix from the store. -Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup dried minced onion
1/4 cup chili powder
3 tablespoons salt
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 pound ground beef
1/3 to 1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 6-7 batches (about 3/4 cup total)., To prepare tacos: In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

TACO JOHN'S POTATO OLE'S SEASONING RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Taco John's Potato Ole's Seasoning Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by grinder

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 teaspoons Lawry's seasoning salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container and use on potatoes or as a seasoning for chicken or burgers.

SALT AND SODIUM FREE TACO SEASONING



SALT AND SODIUM FREE TACO SEASONING image

I'm trying to cut down on salt and sodium. Here is a great taco seasoning I've used that has no salt in it but still has all the flavor.

Provided by JANE LOUISE

Categories     Seasoning Mixes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tsp chili powder
4 1/2 tsp cumin
2 1/2 tsp garlic powder
5 tsp paprika
3 tsp onion powder

Steps:

  • 1. Stir everything together and store in a jar or plastic container. 7 teaspoons of this mixture equals 1.25oz. pkg. of taco seasoning. So, this makes 3 of those packages. I have also purchased those little zip lock bags and put 7teaspoons of this concoction in each of them so I just need to reach for a bag instead of count out 7 teaspoons each time. Then when you're making the taco meat, the water a normal package of seasoning calls for can actually be added to your seasonings right in the bag and then poured out on your hamburger. Less mess!

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING



Homemade Taco Seasoning image

Homemade taco seasoning is nice to have on hand for any recipe.

Provided by Christina Tabaretti

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine chili powder, cumin, cornstarch, paprika, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper together in an airtight container. Seal container and shake to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 7.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 46 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

DRY TACO SEASONING MIX



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I never buy taco seasoning mix, since this is very easy to mix up. I usually have all of the ingredients on hand, so I make a big batch and store it in an airtight container until taco night. Also good for enchiladas, burritos, and dips!

Provided by CookingBlues

Categories     Mexican

Time 5m

Yield 1 ounce, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix all of the spices together and store in an airtight container. Use as little or as much as you like, depending on the amount of meat you are seasoning.

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING PACKET REPLACEMENT



Homemade Taco Seasoning Packet Replacement image

This mild taco seasoning replaces one of the store-bought packets. It is super-speedy to use with only four ingredients. No preservatives, no sugar, no msg, no fuss!

Provided by Debs Recipes

Categories     Tex Mex

Time 11m

Yield 1 packet

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt or 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Stir seasoning and 3/4 cup water into 1 pound browned and drained hamburger; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1209.4, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of chili peppers: This will give your taco seasoning a more complex flavor. Some good options include ancho chili powder, chipotle chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder are all classic taco seasoning ingredients, but you can also add other spices like oregano, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Toast your spices before using them: This will bring out their flavor and make your taco seasoning more aromatic.
  • Store your taco seasoning in a cool, dry place: It will keep for several months.
  • Use taco seasoning to flavor other dishes: It's great on chicken, beef, pork, and vegetables. You can also use it to make tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

Making your own taco seasoning is easy and affordable. It also allows you to control the ingredients and the flavor of your seasoning. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious taco seasoning that will make your tacos taste amazing. So next time you're making tacos, skip the store-bought seasoning and make your own. You won't be disappointed.

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