Homemade Taco Seasoning
A homemade taco seasoning recipe by a professional chef that is better than store-bought! It makes a medium spicy seasoning that is easily customizable to your taste or the ingredients you have on hand. A versatile, flavorful recipe with one secret ingredient.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder or New Mexico chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar or dark
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients for the spice mix and either use or store in an airtight container.
Notes
Yield – 2 ½ tablespoons
Variations – Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preference or omit completely. Use Mexican chili powder in place of the ancho, or substitute smoked paprika for the traditional paprika.
Storage – Store taco seasoning in an airtight container for several months. Over time spices lose their potency and the flavor dulls.
Variations – Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preference or omit completely. Use Mexican chili powder in place of the ancho, or substitute smoked paprika for the traditional paprika.
Storage – Store taco seasoning in an airtight container for several months. Over time spices lose their potency and the flavor dulls.
Nutrition
Calories: 57kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3535IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg