Homemade Taco Seasoning
Taco seasoning is a staple in our house! Just a few minutes to toss together, it's delicious added to fish, ground beef, chicken or shrimp. The ancho chili powder adds a richness to the seasoning. For a smokier flavor, substitute with chipotle chili powder.
Course: Kitchen Essentials
Keyword: taco seasoning
Servings: 0.5 cup taco seasoning
Author: Christina Shoup
Taco Seasoning
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ancho chili powder or use extra chili powder
- 3 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp dried Mexican oregano
- 2 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
For 1 lb of protein, use about 3 tbsp of seasoning.
This recipe equals roughly 3 packets of store-bought seasoning which is usually about 3 tbsp per packet.