Taco seasoning is an absolute kitchen essential for me – simple, versatile, and full of flavor. Since I almost always have the spices at home, I prefer to mix my own taco seasoning. The combination of chili, cumin, paprika, and a subtle smoky note instantly brings that spicy Tex-Mex feeling to the plate and goes perfectly with tacos, burritos, chili sin / con carne, or spicy vegetables.
Inspiration for this Taco Seasoning
This recipe is based on the Taco Seasoning Recipe provided by Deni Spies, which you can read on her blog clean & delicious ! As you can see, I haven't changed much, but the smoked paprika powder makes it a little more aromatic!
Salt and Pepper in Spice Blends?!
As you can see, I don't use salt or pepper in the taco seasoning mix in this recipe. The reason for this is that I primarily use these seasonings while cooking, and I have to season the dish with salt and pepper to taste anyway. It's easier to find the right amount of salt and pepper when you can control it yourself, rather than adding extra salt and pepper to the dish with the taco seasoning.
If you'd rather use the seasoning for dips or similar dishes instead of for cooking dishes, you can of course adjust it and mix salt or pepper directly into the seasoning! Let me know in the comments how you prefer it!
Discover more Mexican or Tex-Mex Dishes
I've already shared a few Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes with you that you can find here . I would particularly like to highlight the following recipes:
- Quinoa Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl: A wonderful combination of flavors awaits you in this quinoa and sweet potato burrito bowl! Enjoy the roasted aromas of the crispy baked, spicy chickpeas and sweet potato, the refreshing tang of the pico de gallo avocado, and the crisp, fresh cucumber. All this rests on a bed of flavorful quinoa with bell peppers and onions, and is finished with a creamy tahini and lemon dressing. For hormonal support, this burrito bowl is best enjoyed during the luteal phase!
- Cheesy Baked Sweet Potato with Hummus & BBQ Beef Filling: This stuffed sweet potato with a spicy BBQ ground beef filling is a satisfying and balanced oven-baked dish that tastes especially delicious with creamy hummus, chickpeas, and a golden-brown cheese crust. The combination of complex carbohydrates, protein, and fiber-rich ingredients makes this recipe ideal for the luteal phase, when the body often craves nourishing and warming meals.
- Fresh & Aromatic Guacamole: This creamy guacamole is made with ripe avocado, red onion, garlic, and lemon or lime juice, and refined with fresh herbs like cilantro. This Mexican classic is ready in minutes and is ideal as a dip or as a side dish to numerous Tex-Mex meals. Avocados provide valuable unsaturated fatty acids and can support a balanced diet, especially during the follicular phase and around menstruation.
Taco Seasoning – Simple & Aromatic
This homemade taco seasoning is the perfect base for numerous Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. The aromatic blend of chili, cumin, garlic, paprika, and subtle smoky notes is easy to make with just a few spices – ingredients that many people already have at home. It's ideal for seasoning tacos, burritos, chili sin carne, or taco mince.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
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Place all the spices in a suitable container (e.g. a spice jar with a lid) and mix them well.
Nutritional Information
servings 10
- Amount per Serving
- Calories 10.8kcal
- % Täglicher Wert*
- Total Fat 0.49g1%
- Potassium 26.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.98g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.39g2%
- Sugars 0.34g
- Protein 0.48g1%
** The daily percentages are based on a 2000 kcal diet. Your daily figures might be higher or lower according to your caloric need.