Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning without artificial ingredients and much less sodium! How to make Taco Seasoning that is easy to make and saves money!

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning was one of the first homemade seasoning mixes I learned to make to replace the old faithful McCormick’s Taco Seasoning Packets, and the one we had most when I was a kid, Lawry’s Taco Seasoning Packets.

Why make your own taco seasoning mix? Homemade taco seasoning is infinitely healthier for you since you are using whole ingredients. There are no added preservatives or artificial ingredients and you can make the mix just one time to keep and use for several months.

PLUS, it is significantly less expensive. We buy spices in bulk so mixing up these seasoning mixes is a breeze.

Special Note: This taco seasoning recipe is meant to taste like your favorite homemade tacos but I am also working on a Taco Bell Seasoning Mix copycat and should have that one posting soon.

HOMEmade Taco Seasoning Q&A

Below are some answers to some typical questions people have about how to make homemade taco seasoning and how to use it.

Q: How much water do you add to a packet of taco seasoning?

A: To add to your recipe, include 3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix with 2/3 cup of water and stir until well combined.

Q: How much is in a packet of taco seasoning mix?

A: The question you’re asking is how many tablespoons are in 1.25 ounces, which is about 2.5 tablespoons. Just a bit under 3 tablespoons of taco seasoning mix is included in a 1 1/4 ounce packet of taco seasoning mix.

Q: How do I make homemade taco seasoning?

A: It’s a quick mix of spices. Taco seasoning ingredients including chili powder, cumin, salt, paprika, and oregano. You can keep and store your taco seasoning in your spice cabinet for easy use.

Q: How do I store Homemade taco seasoning?

A: Homemade taco seasoning is easy to make and use. Simply mix up the spices and store it in your spice cupboard in a small glass jar, it can keep fresh for up to 6 months assuming your spices are fresh, to begin with.

Looking for recipes to use this taco seasoning with?

• Cheesy Taco Pasta
• Taco Stuffed Shells
• Or if you want my AWARD WINNING enchilada sauce recipe (this is one of my most popular recipes on the site!): 10 Minute Enchilada Sauce

This is another recipe in a series of pantry recipes I am building out on the site. If you have any requests please PLEASE please let me know below in the comments. I have (not kidding here) about 100 recipes on my list of things I make at home and would love to bump your requests to the top of the list.

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning without artificial ingredients and much less sodium! Easy to make and store. Saves money over the packaged taco seasoning packets! 

Course Ingredient

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Homemade Taco Seasoning

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 3 Servings

Calories 38 kcal

Author Sabrina Snyder

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 3 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper

Instructions

1. Add the ingredients to a small coffee grinder or food processor and process until all blended and the oregano isn’t in small bits anymore.
2. Store in a small jar.
3. Use 3 tablespoons to equal 1 (1.25 ounce) seasoning packet.

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Amount Per Serving (3 g)

Calories 38 Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 2338mg102%

Potassium 167mg5%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 872IU17%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 72mg7%

Iron 5mg28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.