Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

5 from 1 vote

Tired of overpaying for store-bought taco seasoning packets? This homemade version is not only budget-friendly, but it also gives you control over the ingredients. No artificial additives here—just a simple blend of common spices you likely already have in your pantry. Plus, it’s easy to make, and you can store it for future taco nights!

This recipe makes the amount of seasoning you would find in the typical supermarket seasoning packet—about 4 1/2 tablespoons of mix. The recipe multiplies well.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Make Your Own, seasoning mix, spice mix

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: packet

Calories: 31kcal

Cost: Around $0.50 per batch

Equipment

small mixing bowl
Airtight container for storage

Ingredients

1 ½ tbsp cornmeal maize or corn flour
4 ½ tsp chili powder adjust to your taste
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp seasoned salt
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic salt
½ tsp sugar
1 tsp dried minced onion
½ tsp beef bouillon granules
¼ tsp cayenne pepper more or less depending on your heat preference

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
Stir until well-blended.
Store the mix in an airtight container, such as a small jar or spice container, in your spice rack.
Use about 4 ½ teaspoons of this mix in place of one store-bought seasoning packet.

Notes

You can easily double or triple this recipe to have more on hand for taco night or other Mexican-inspired dishes.

If you want a little extra heat, add more cayenne pepper, or if you prefer a milder flavor, cut back on the chili powder.

This homemade taco seasoning works perfectly for beef, chicken, or even as a seasoning for roasted vegetables.

If you don’t have beef bouillon granules, you can substitute with chicken bouillon or leave it out for a vegetarian version.

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