Old El Paso Taco Seasoning Recipe
This taco seasoning blend brings way more punch than the Old El Paso packet—and it takes less than five minutes to pull together!One of my tricks?Toast your spices for about a minute in a dry skillet before mixing—it wakes everything up and adds richness.I go a little heavier on the cumin and paprika than the original because I like the earthiness and warmth they bring.Use garlic and onion powders, not salts, so you can control the saltiness based on what you're cooking.This mix sticks to ground beef really well, especially if you add a splash of water after the meat’s browned and simmer it for a few minutes!
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp Chili Powder
- 5 tsp Paprika
- 4 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 3 tsp Onion Powder
- 3 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne Powder
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients listed above in one place.
- It's easier to have everything within reach before you start.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, and ground cumin.
- Make sure they are thoroughly mixed for a consistent flavor.
- Add the onion powder, garlic powder, and dried oregano to the mixture.
- Stir well to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle in the salt and cayenne powder.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the cayenne to your taste.
- Store the seasoning mix in an airtight container.
- Label it and place it in a cool, dry spot until you’re ready to spice up your next taco night.