Authentic Taco Seasoning Recipe

4.18 from 51 votes

Mild, salt-free Mexican taco seasoning made with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon pepper, black pepper, cumin, parsley, and oregano. Makes about 10 tablespoons, enough for 8 to 10 pounds of meat.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Homemade Taco Seasoning, How to Make Taco Seasoning, Taco Seasoning Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 26kcal

Author: Douglas Cullen

Ingredients

3 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoon garlic powder
½ tablespoon salt-free lemon pepper
½ tablespoon black pepper
½ tablespoon ground cumin
½ tablespoon dried parsley
½ tablespoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional if you want a hotter seasoning)

Instructions

First, rub the oregano and parsley between the palms of your hands until they are nearly a powder.
Then put all of the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and stir until the ingredients are equally dispersed.

Notes

The taco seasoning mix will season 8 to 10 pounds of meat.
Use 1 tablespoon of seasoning per 1 pound of meat. You can use more or less depending on how you like your food seasoned.
Seasoning will keep for 3 months in a tightly sealed container.
The recipe intentionally doesn't include salt which allows you to salt your dishes exactly to your preferences. We like to add ½ teaspoon of salt to the mix and then add salt to the final dish as needed. To avoid oversalting your dish, add ½ tsp. of salt then give the dish a taste. Continue adding a ½ tsp. as needed and tasting each time until the flavor pops and the level of saltiness is just right for you.

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