Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
Homemade taco seasoning is just better than packaged seasoning mixes and it’s easy to make. It only takes a few minutes to measure out the ingredients you need, and the results are definitely noticeable. With this one, you can even make more than you plan to use immediately and store it in an airtight container for later use.
Seasoning Mix
2 teaspoons instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
For Tacos
1 lb. ground beef
1/4 - 1/2 cup water
Lettuce, shredded
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Onion, chopped
Tomatoes, chopped
Soft and/or hard taco shells
Hot sauce (optional)
Combine seasoning ingredients in a small bowl or container and set aside.
For Tacos
Brown ground beef and drain off fat. Add water and dry seasoning mixture. Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 5-7 minutes. If mixture gets too thick before cooking is complete, add a small amount of water to thin. Serve on soft or hard taco shells topped with your favorite vegetables and sauce. Serves 4.
Note: Instead of using instant minced onion, use 1/4 cup finely minced onion. Just add it to the ground beef after draining fat and cook for 3 or 4 minutes then add dry ingredients and proceed as above.
