Does anyone have a recipe for taco seasoning mix similar to what McCormick and Old El Paso sell? ?

Question

Those little 1.25 ounce packets sell for 50 to 75 cents and appear to be made from spices in my pantry. I like to cook and I love saving money when I can. I'm just wondering if anyone has come up with a recipe for mixing the seasoning at home.

Answer 1

Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

• 2 Tbsp. chili powder

• 4½ tsp. cumin

• 5 tsp. paprika    

• 1 Tbsp. onion powder

• 1 Tbsp. garlic powder

• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

• 2 tsp. all purpose flour

Mix and store in airtight container.  This homemade mix is stronger than the store bought so you don't need as much.

Answer 2

Taco Seasoning Mix

1 tablespoon chili powder

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

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.

This makes about 10 servings

Answer 3

Taco Seasoning mix

2 teaspoons instant onion, Minced

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper, Crushed

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon instant garlic, Minced

1/2 teaspoon cumin, Ground

Directions

1Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend well.

2Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight. Label as Taco Seasoning Mix.

3Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.

4Makes 1 package (about 2 T) of mix.

5Using the above recipe as a guide you can increase the amounts to make any number of packages.

6Taco Filling: Brown 1 lb lean ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat; drain the excess grease. Add 1/2 cup water and the seasoning mix.

or

Spoon 1 tablespoon of minced dried onions in a small bowl or cup.

Add 2 teaspoons of chili powder.

Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.

Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.

Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.

Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.

Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or hot paprika.

Stir to blend.

Makes the equivalent of a 1 1/4-ounce package of taco seasoning mix.

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