Taco Seasoning | Gimme Some Oven

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This DIY taco seasoning recipe is quick and easy to whip up, and works great as a seasoning on everything from tacos to veggies, meat, seafood, rice, beans, soups, salads and more.

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

No worries — just mix up a quick batch of this homemade taco seasoning! ♡

All you need is a handful of spices that you likely already have in your pantry.  Simply whisk them all together, store in a sealed spice jar, and use whenever you are ready!

This homemade taco seasoning is — of course — fantastic when used to season the meat, seafood, veggies or beans in your favorite taco recipe.  But don’t forget that it can also be used a million other ways as well!  I’m especially partial to using taco seasoning to flavor Mexican rice or a side of black beans.  It works great as a rub for steak, chicken, fish or shrimp, especially during summertime grilling season.  I also often sprinkle it in soups or add it to a vinaigrette when I’m craving a zesty salad.  And if you’re feeling adventurous — trust me on this one — it’s actually surprisingly delicious when sprinkled on popcorn too!

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!

Homemade Taco Seasoning Ingredients:

To make this homemade taco seasoning recipe, you will need the following spices:

• Chili powder: Please note that this is American-style chili powder, which includes a mix of spices.  (International readers, it is fairly mild and not cayenne. ♡)
• Ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder and dried oregano: Pretty straight-forward.
• Paprika: I prefer to use smoked paprika, but you could also use standard or sweet paprika if you prefer.
• Salt and black pepper: I used fine sea salt and finely-ground black pepper for this recipe.
• Crushed red pepper flakes: To add a bit of heat.  If you prefer a milder taco seasoning, you can leave these out.  Or if you don’t have crushed red pepper flakes on hand, you could also sub in a pinch of cayenne.

How To Make Taco Seasoning:

To make homemade taco seasoning, simply…

1. Combine the ingredients.  Combine everything together in a small jar, cover and shake until evenly combined.
2. Store. A batch of homemade taco seasoning should last you about a year!

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