Homemade Taco Seasoning

I know how easy and inexpensive it is to buy a package of taco seasoning. However, it's not something I have done in years. Right after we got married I started looking into ways to cut costs on our grocery budget. We were two college students and money was tight. I realized that I could make my own taco seasoning by using the spices I already had and we weren't going to be putting all the unnecessary ingredients into our body. DOUBLE WIN! When making tacos I usually grab the spices I want to use and just add them to the meat without measuring. Although, that makes it difficult to share with you. So, today I have an actual recipe. This makes a decent amount so I recommend keeping it in an airtight container to retain its freshness.   I typically use about two tablespoons per one pound of meat, but feel free to add more or use less depending on your taste buds.

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• ¼ tsp. garlic powder
• ¼ tsp. onion powder
• ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp. dried oregano
• ½ tsp. paprika
• 1 ½ tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 tsp. black pepper

Instructions

• Measure all ingredients into a bowl.
• Stir.
• Store in an airtight container.
• After browning mean and draining excess fat sprinkle taco seasoning over meat and add ⅓ cup of water. Simmer until the water is absorbed.