This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
This easy Homemade Taco Seasoning is delicious, spicy, and healthier than store-bought taco seasoning. Use this Whole-30, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Keto, and Dairy-Free taco seasoning on tacos, taco salads, and other Mexican favorite dishes.
I have been meaning to post this Homemade Taco Seasoning for so long because I have used it for years. It is a staple in our pantry. I love this taco seasoning because it gives tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, and other Mexican dishes such much flavor in addition to just a little heat.
The cool thing about making taco seasoning from scratch is that you can adjust the quantity of each individual ingredient to customize it to your taste and health needs. If you want a little more spice just add a little more red pepper. If you like garlic, increase the garlic powder.
I originally started making this Homemade Taco Seasoning recipe because I was trying to reduce the amount of salt in my diet and now the packaged stuff tastes too salty to me. So this is all I use!
By the way, if you want to increase or decrease the amount of salt, please do so to your taste. In the recipe, I used a standard amount of salt typically used in these recipes. I generally use less salt, but most people would probably like at least a teaspoon of salt. Again, this recipe is customizable to your taste. Make it multiple times and tweak the amount of each ingredient so it tastes perfect to you!
Another benefit of this Homemade Taco Seasoning is that it naturally fits into just about any diet. It fits into Whole30, Paleo, Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free diets.
In addition, it is also very budget friendly. First of all, you probably have all the ingredients in your pantry now because they are very common ingredients that you can find at any grocery store. You can store this in an air-tight container and use it in several recipes.
Now that you have made the Homemade Taco Seasoning, what are you going to put it on? I have a few ideas.
Easy Chicken Spaghetti (See they don’t all have to be Mexican recipes.)
Easy Chicken Enchilada Skillet Dinner
Cheesy Tomatillo Verde Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
What recipe are you going to make with this Homemade Taco Seasoning?
Pin this recipe to save it for later.
I want FREE Recipes!
Follow Flavor Mosaic’s recipe board on Pinterest.
If you like this recipe, be sure to follow us on:
Email | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Chile Powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or crushed red pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Store in an airtight container.
- Tablespoons of this Homemade Taco Seasoning equals 1 packet of Store bought taco seasoning.
Pin this Homemade Taco Seasoning to save for later.
Kathy Church says
How many tablespoons equal a packet of seasoning?
Michele says
Excellent question Kathy. Three (3) Tablespoons of the Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix equal a packet of seasoning.
BILL says
Thank you
Rachel says
I’m so excited to have taco seasoning handy in my house. No more special trips to the store to get taco packets!
Michele says
I agree! If I can save a trip to the store, that is worth it!
Margaret says
I made this taco seasoning my family loved it it’s better then the store band. because I can adjust the amount of salt this recipe is a keeper. Thank you, Margaret j.
Michele says
Hi Margaret, I’m so glad you liked it. I agree. I like to make my own seasoning mixes because I can control the amount of all the ingredients, especially the salt. Store-bought mixes almost always are too salty. Be sure to check out my other seasoning mixes too like Greek Seasoning and Cajun Seasoning.
Steve Isaak says
If you are on a low salt diet, what would you replace the salt with?
Michele says
Hi Steve,
Just leave the salt out all together (or use a very small amount.) There is no good substitute in my opinion. The other seasonings provide lots of flavor to help compensate the loss of the salt.
Thanks,
Michele
Lubna says
Was looking out for easy taco seasoning recipe.thank you for sharing this….
Michele says
Hi Lubna,
I’m glad you like it.
Thanks,
Michele