Simple Homemade Taco Seasoning
This recipe is super simple & super delicious! Just add this to fried ground beef with some onion, garlic, and a bit of tomato juice (see recipe for details). 2 Tbsp. of this blend is equal to 1 pkg. of pre-made taco seasoning mix from the store (for use with 1lb. of ground beef).
Ingredients
- 1 cup chili powder see notes
- 5 Tbsp salt
- 3 Tbsp ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp dried oregano leaves
- 1-1/2 Tbsp cumin
Instructions
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Measure all ingredients in a bowl; whisk to combine thoroughly. Pour into a pint jar or another sealed bag or container for storage.
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For perfect taco meat: Fry one onion with 2 cloves of garlic and 2 lbs (1kg) lean ground beef. Add 2 Tbsp of this seasoning and 1/2 cup of tomato juice or sauce. Simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until tender and rich, and the tomato is reduced by about 1/2.
Recipe Notes
RE: CHILI POWDER: I have made the mistake sometimes of purchasing HOT chili powder (it's usually bright red, more like cayenne). This recipe calls for the more mild, dark coloured chili powder, more commonly used to make tomato based chili.