Homemade Mexican Spice Blend for Tacos

_{Making Homemade Taco Seasoning is so easy to make with spices you probably already have on hand. Mix it up with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and a little cayenne.}

Homemade Mexican Spice Blend for Tacos

Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes Total Time: 5 Minutes Servings: Roughly 8 Tbsps

Getting ready to make a recipe that calls for taco seasoning, but don’t have a seasoning packet on hand?

No worries — just mix up a quick batch of this homemade taco seasoning! Not only is it quick—you can whip up a batch in about 30 seconds. Homemade taco seasoning is such a cinch to throw together. Tacos are one of our favorite meals to eat, and they are also very simple to make. 

Being raised in a military family, my dad seemed to get stationed in the Southwest states (Spending 9 years in Arizona and 4 years in Texas). We made great friends who taught us how to cook authentic Mexican food.

I am so excited to share with you our family recipe for Homemade Taco Seasoning. Homemade Taco Seasoning just tastes better than store-bought versions. Plus, YOU control the ingredients. No preservatives and ingredients you can’t pronounce. I like to make ours in a larger batch since we use it so frequently.

I know some of you are thinking that prepackaged is much more convenient. Well, I am not going to lie. They absolutely can be easier. But once you make this ahead of time, it will be just as simple and time-saving as the store-bought variety. 

Fresh the way you like! This seasoning pairs nicely with our breakfast burritos.

Ingredients Needed

Please note that a full list of ingredients and a printable version of this recipe is available below.

• Chili powder
• Paprika
• Cumin
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Oregano
• Salt

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How To Make Your Seasoning Mix

STEP ONE: Combine the ingredients. Combine everything in a small jar, cover, and shake until evenly combined.

STEP TWO: Then Store. A batch of homemade taco seasoning should last you about a year! This is fantastic news. A tightly sealed mason jar is a great way to store your homemade taco seasoning, or a Ziploc bag with the excess air pushed out of it works well, too.

Using This Homemade Taco Seasoning

However you use it, this homemade taco seasoning recipe is a great one to have in your back pocket. So go raid your spice drawer and let’s make a quick batch together!

• soups
• salad dressings
• dips
• popcorn
• tossed over oven-roasted potatoes
• sprinkled over your favorite grilled veggies
• seasoning for homemade tortilla chips
• as a rub for chicken, pork, or beef
• and of course, all sorts of yummy Mexican entrees!

Other Seasoning Mix Recipes

Homemade Dry Onion Soup Mix

Easy Homemade Curry Powder

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