Make your own Easy Taco Seasoning Recipe in a snap with just 6 Ingredients!
So are you out of Taco Seasoning packets? No problem! Now you can skip that trip to the store and mix up some of the best taco seasoning you’ve ever had instead! This Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe works great with ground beef, turkey or chicken.
You’re about to take Taco Tuesday to the next level, and once you know how to make this… you’ll never go back to those store-bought packets again! I don’t even think Taco Bell Taco seasoning is this good!
DIY Seasonings save SO much money, and this DIY Taco Seasoning is seriously so quick easy to make! The flavor is off the charts, and it even makes a fun little Gift in a Jar for your foodie friends!
So go ahead and give your tacos the flavor upgrade they’ve been craving. This quick and easy taco seasoning recipe is such an easy way to add fun, bold new flavors to your make-at-home tacos!
Are you ready? You’ll just need these 6 ingredients to create an epic taco seasoning upgrade over those 1 ounce seasoning packets you get at the store…
Taco Seasoning Recipe
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What Ingredients Are in Taco Seasoning?
Well, it takes just 6 simple ingredients to make an outrageously delicious taco seasoning! Here’s what you’ll need:
- Chili Powder
- Ground Cumin
- Garlic Salt
- Onion Powder
- Cayenne Pepper
- Corn Starch
How Do You Make Taco Seasoning Less Spicy or More Spicy?
Mild Taco Seasoning: Leave out the Cayenne Pepper.
Medium Taco Seasoning: Make this just as is.
Hot and Spicy Taco Seasoning: Increase the Cayenne Pepper to 1/4 teaspoon.
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Recipe…
Kim writes: “This is the best!!”
Mandy writes: “This is way better than the pre made stuff. My whole family loved it. Used it for chicken quesadillas.”
Leann writes: “It’s so much better than the packets!”
Katelyn writes: “Very easy and exactly what I needed for dinner tonight.”
Emily writes: “So easy to make at home”
JoEllyn writes: “Great homemade taco seasoning! Nice spicy kick that even my young kids loved. A winner!!”
Rebecca writes: “I love making my own taco seasoning. It saves so much money, and I can avoid ingredients I don’t want, like MSG.”
Toni writes: “I waited to see if my BF would notice I ran out of packaged seasoning. He said food was really good so I let him know it was a recipe I found. It’s a keeper!”
Bree writes: “I made tacos last night using this seasoning mix & WOW, is it sensational! It’s now our go-to mix, since it imitates our favorite by Lawry’s.”
Easy Taco Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tsp Chili Powder
- 1½ tsp Ground Cumin
- 1¼ tsp Garlic Salt
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- ⅛ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Corn Starch
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl, and stir well to combine.
- If storing for later... transfer to a mason jar. If using now, add 1/3 cup water to bowl, stir well, and set aside.
- To make the Taco Meat, brown 1 lb. Ground Beef over medium heat on the stove, then drain excess grease.
- Return browned meat to saucepan, add Taco Seasoning, stir well, and let simmer 5 minutes.
- Add to Tacos, Burritos, Nachos, or whatever your heart desires. Enjoy!
Notes
What You’ll Need To Make This Taco Seasoning Recipe:
Bulk Spices from Sam’s Club
You can score some of the very best deals on bulk spices and seasonings at Sam’s Club!
Make a batch for your next Taco Tuesday… then make a second batch to give away as a fun Gift in a Jar! 😉
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So have you made this homemade Taco Seasoning recipe yet?
Share with us in the comments below!
Jennifer Kopecki says
If I want to give this as a gift, how many batches do I need to make in order to fill a 4oz jar?
Jennifer Kopecki says
Also, how much do I tell them to use per pound?
Heidi says
Hi Jennifer,
This taco seasoning recipe combines to make approx. 8 teaspoons of seasoning mix. This is what you want to use with 1 pound of meat.
To make enough to fill a 4 oz. jar, you can multiple the recipe by 3, however you’ll have about a tablespoon left over.
Hope this helps ~ Heidi
Mary Ridley says
I love this recipe! I did add a little bit of paprika and a little more chili powder to boost the flavor a bit more. But basic is still the best homemade recipe I have found. This one is a keeper! Thank you!!!
Heidi says
Aww… thank you, Mary! I’m so glad to hear you liked it!
Christie says
I love how simple and easy this recipe is for taco seasoning mix!! Don’t need to visit the store now! Woo hoo!!
Heidi says
Right, Christie? Once I started making this myself, I never bought the store packets again. 🙂
Pat Cody says
Your recipes are all amazing so I’m wondering if you have a recipe for Ranch Dressing mix. I use it a lot for Fire Crackers and several crockpot recipes and it’s so expensive to buy. Thanks.
Heidi says
Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Pat! I agree… the Ranch Dressing mix can be costly, and yes… I do have a homemade copycat version!
Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe:
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2015/09/buttermilk-ranch-dressing-mix-recipe.html
Enjoy!! 🙂
Pat Cody says
Thanks so much. The only ingredient I’ll need to scare up is the dry buttermilk. I don’t think I’ve ever seen it anywhere. Where did you purchase it?
Heidi says
Hi Pat ~ I found it on Amazon here: http://amzn.to/1RE8lDI
Hope that helps! 🙂
Leslie Burckard says
What size of mason jar to use as a gift for the Taco seasoning ? i am thinking of this for children to do at the School Christmas. craft fair.
Leslie Burckard says
I have to fill 30 jars. Thank you.
Bree says
I made tacos last night using this seasoning mix and WOW, is it sensational! I was able to make it completely organic and the entire family loved it! It was so good that my mom and sister both requested the recipe. It’s now our go-to mix, especially since it imitates our favorite seasoning by Lawry’s. Thanks for such a handy and delicious recipe!
Heidi says
Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Bree! I’m so glad you liked it! 😉