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Taco Seasoning Mix

Taco seasoning is easy to make on your own at home. It costs about 1/3 of the price of purchasing it in the store, and is free of additives. Easily adjust the ingredients for a spicier taco or adapt to dietary needs including vegan or bland diets. Make a big batch to have on hand for tacos anytime!
Course Main Course
Keyword seasoning, tacos
Prep Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup dried onion flakes
  • 4 tsp cornstarch
  • 4 Tbsp chili powder
  • 3 tsp cumin
  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp beef bouillon powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • 2 tsp hot pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together
  • Store in an airtight container until ready to use
  • When making taco meat, add 3 Tbsp of seasoning mix and 1/4 cup water to 1 lb of ground beef

Notes

For vegetarian or vegan diets: substitute a vegan beef bouillon powder for the beef bouillon powder.
For a bland diet: reduce or eliminate garlic powder and minced onion, and substitute paprika in place of chili powder