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I usually quadruple the recipe and make it in a jar so I have it on hand at all times for tacos and taco salads. I like to brown 1 - 1 ½ pounds of ground meat (I use beef sometimes, this time I used turkey), in a large skillet and drain off the fat. Then I sprinkle in 3 tablespoons of the seasoning and add 1 cup of water. I mix it all up and cover it and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. When I have all of the toppings prepped (I usually go for red onion, tomato, avocado, cheddar cheese, lettuce, sour cream and hot sauce) I take the lid off and let it bubble until most of the liquid cooks out (another couple of minutes). I like this piled in a warm tortilla or made into a taco salad over crushed tortilla chips.
Taco Seasoning I
allrecipes.com - BILL ECHOLS
"Depending on how spicy you and your family like your dishes, use as little or as much as you want."
Original recipe yield: 1 ounce
1 tablespoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon paprika
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container.
Big Flavors Rating: 5 Stars
Angelica
Awesome, I can't believe it's never crossed my mind to actually make my own taco seasoning mix. But from now on I'll be making my own, thanks for sharing!
Katy ~
This is sheer genius. I spend a fortune for the packets. You are totally awesome. Thanks for this.
Lydia Stewart
Hoe cook that you make your own taco seasoning- then you know what goes into it. Have you found that it is more cost effective?
Sharon
That's a great idea. Also not only is it better for you. It seems in the long run more cost effective. They are cute and a great gift idea.
Ashley
It's super easy, too! I go through tons of this stuff 🙂
Paloma Mansour
The only taco seasoning I keep in my house! Never loved the store bought stuff, and would get annoyed just throwing stuff in the pan, even as a culinary professional. This spice blend makes it easy AND TASTY.
Ashley
Thank you so much, Paloma! I'm so glad it's been a hit for you!