Quick, simple and super inexpensive to make! Made out of common staples in your house, this robust Simple Homemade Taco Seasoning is just what you were looking for! No more store bought packets – use our easy recipe to whip together, much needed spice for Taco Tuesday and relish the fact that you made it from scratch!

Is taco seasoning different than fajita seasoning?

Yes it is, but there is not a significant difference. Taco seasoning contains a higher amount of chili powder, as well as red pepper flakes and oregano. Those flavors contribute to taco seasoning having a little more of a kick. Fajita seasoning is more subtle in flavor where the spices aren’t so robust. When in a pinch, you can definitely interchange the two.

Ingredients for Simple Homemade Taco Seasoning

• 2 TBS Chili Powder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Taco seasoning is something we use frequently. I will take this recipe and double or triple it sometimes so I always have it on hand. Making a larger batch doesn’t interfere with the integrity of the flavor so it’s an awesome time-saver. We use it in our Mexican Instant Pot Chicken and with our Instant Pot Enchilada Bowl. A lot of retail stores offer great storage options for spices. I found these cuties at Walmart and they are only $.98! Love them! Give our Simple Homemade Taco Seasoning a try, I know you will not be disappointed!

Yield: 3/4 cup

Simple Homemade Taco Seasoning

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

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Ingredients

• 2TBS Chili Powder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients together and mix.
2. Store in an airtight container away from moisture and heat for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 87Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2799mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 8gSugar: 2gProtein: 4g

(Nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)

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