You can use this taco seasoning with ground turkey, ground beef, ground chicken, ground pork, or any chopped meats, and even shrimp and seafood. It will season up just about any type of meat. However, if you’re still using store bought taco seasoning packets, it’s time to up your game! My Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix is going to bring your tacos to an entirely new flavor level. It’s time to throw away that packet of taco seasoning. We’re talking a mix of chili powders along with paprika, freshly ground cumin, lots of garlic and onion, dried herbs, all wonderful flavors. This is my favorite taco seasoning mix, and it’s easy to customize! Let’s talk about how to make taco seasoning, shall we? I’ve experimented with different ingredients and combinations and this is my favorite mixture. However! See my NOTE below. NOTE: Consider this a BASE recipe. It’s my own preferred mixture, but feel free to change it up as you see fit. Try it out a few times, then play with ingredients of your own. More on that below. Get Cooking or Store It. It’s time to get cooking! Go make some tacos or burritos, or store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to use it. Easily Double or Triple the Recipe. You can also double or triple this recipe very easily to make yourself a big batch. Make it family size and use it all month long. Mix it up as much as you’d like! It’s a family loved recipe. I often like to add in some extra ingredients to the overall mixture, including cayenne pepper for a spicy kick, and ghost pepper powder for some real heat. There are a number of combinations and flavors that you can bring into your own blends, but hopefully this helps you as a starting point to play with flavors and ideas. Bring on the seasonings! Want to add more paprika? More garlic? Go for it. Want to cut the salt? Skip the Mexican oregano? No problem. You can very easily play with the ingredient ratios to get your desired flavors. Wait until you try my superhot version. Also, you can include other ingredients to make it unique and pleasing to your own palate. Here are some ingredient additions to consider:
Ancho Powder Jalapeno Powder Chipotle Powder Smoked Paprika or Sweet Paprika Dried Basil Spicy Chili Flakes
So many wonderful options. Got a special ingredient you like to share? Do tell! If you feel like spilling a secret. You can dehydrate your own chili peppers, then grind them up into powders to add in your own unique elements. Consider is as a seasoning for making burgers or spicing up grilled meats. It will feel like you’re eating a Mexican style burger. I personally love it as a rub for making grilled chicken. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. To double this, use 4 tablespoons taco seasoning mix to 1 cup water to 2 pounds of meat. Such a great recipe. Great for any spicy food lover. Naturally gluten free. It’s taco time! This post was updated on 2/25/22 to include new video, photos and information. It was originally published on 2/25/15.
