1 tbsp. chili powder 2 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. each ground cumin, garlic powder, paprika, powdered oregano and sugar 1/2 tsp. salt
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Makes 3 tablespoons of seasoning mix, which is equal in strength to a 1/4 ounce package of commercial seasoning mix.
Needs a little more salt, and needs also 1 tsp of corn starch to thicken sauce. Drain meat of oil and put 3/4 of a cup of water in meat, add mix. Made the best tacos I've ever had.
Sep 30, 3:30 PM
Linda said:
I have a recipe similar to this, but it calls for 3 tbsp. of tomato paste and approx. 3/4 cup of water. Really good. Add to 1 lb. ground beef, I use it for all my mexican dishes as well. Love it
Nov 12, 6:17 PM
Gail said:
This recipe with the extra salt and the water is great. I made a triple batch and keep it in a jar for a quick dinner.
Nov 20, 5:40 AM
Anna said:
Thanks for the great recipe. It saves money and I think the commercial mixes are too salty now.
Dec 7, 9:00 PM
Katie said:
My family loves this recipe. Best tacos I've made!
Dec 28, 10:08 PM
Rachel (in Texas) said:
I made these tacos tonight, and they were great!! I added just under a tsp. of salt instead of 1/2 tsp., and 3/4 c. of water as suggested, and it was perfect! Thanks for the tips!
Jan 1, 11:50 AM
Katie (in Michigan) said:
Just tried this - it was great! I didn't have any onion powder so I substituted garlic salt. Because of that, I didn't need any extra salt, but I did add the water. I don't think I'll be buying commercial taco seasoning any more.
Jan 2, 7:40 PM
Sam (in Ohio) said:
These were yummy. Was great for about 1 lb. of meat. Just added about 1/2 to 3/4 cup water to browned (and drained) meat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes to soak in flavors. A little spicy, so use a little less if you don't like spicy. Perfect amount if you do.
Jan 16, 10:14 PM
Marilee (in Utah) said:
I just love these. Way better than commercial seasoning. I was out of onion powder, so I diced up some onion to brown with the meat. I added the water, and the sauce thickened on its own after simmering. If you are accustomed to commercial seasoning, you may need to add a touch of extra salt, though I thought just a tsp. was excellent.
Jan 20, 11:26 AM
Michelle (in Indiana) said:
This recipe works great with ground turkey, too. Really gave it a richer flavor! Ditto about the garlic salt/salt. I won't be buying taco seasoning again, either!!