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The Best Homemade Taco Seasoning

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 lb. of meat

Equipment

  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 small lidded container

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp coarse kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in small container with lid.
  • Cover and shake mix seasoning blend.
  • Add to 1 lb. of ground beef with 2/3 cup water.

Notes

  • If you don't want a spicy taco seasoning, reduce cayenne pepper to a pinch.
  • If you are using table salt instead of coarse kosher salt, reduce amount to 3/4 tsp.
  • Use this seasoning blend for 1 lb. of ground beef.
  • Add 2/3 cup of water to ground beef when adding seasoning blend.
  • Great for any recipe that calls for taco seasoning!