Description
Spice-packed homemade taco seasoning brings Mexican culinary magic to kitchen adventures, elevating simple dishes with bold, authentic flavors. Delicious and easy to customize, this blend lets home cooks create restaurant-quality meals without leaving their kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices and Herbs:
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) oregano
Peppers:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) red pepper flakes
Powders and Salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
Instructions
- Gather all dried spices and herbs in a compact mixing vessel, ensuring precision and uniformity in spice distribution.
- Thoroughly whisk the ingredients, creating a harmonious blend that guarantees consistent flavor profile in every pinch.
- Transfer the seasoning mixture into a sealed glass jar or hermetic container to preserve potency and prevent moisture infiltration.
- When preparing protein, brown selected meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) in a skillet over medium-high heat until completely cooked and no pink remains.
- Sprinkle the homemade seasoning blend evenly across the browned meat, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Pour water into the skillet, stirring gently to integrate the spices and create a rich, aromatic sauce.
- Reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for approximately 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and liquid to slightly reduce.
- Stir occasionally to prevent scorching and guarantee even flavor absorption throughout the meat.
- Remove from heat once the sauce thickens and the meat appears glossy and well-coated.
- Serve immediately in traditional taco shells, burritos, nachos, or as a versatile filling for Mexican-inspired culinary creations.
Notes
- Customize the spice blend by adjusting chili powder and cayenne pepper to control heat level for sensitive palates.
- Opt for low-sodium salt or omit added salt entirely to create a heart-healthy version of the seasoning mix.
- Use this homemade blend as a versatile seasoning for roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or as a dry rub for grilled meats beyond traditional Mexican cuisine.
- Store the seasoning in a cool, dark pantry for up to 6 months to maintain maximum flavor and potency of dried spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 5 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.05 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg