Homemade taco seasoning is quick and easy to make and you probably have all the ingredients you need in your kitchen pantry right now. It's a perfectly balanced seasoning that is delicious on tacos, burritos, chicken, rice, and more.
Ingredients
2tablespoonschili powder
2tablespoonssweet or smoked paprika, see notes
1tablespoononion powder
1tablespoongarlic powder
1tablespooncumin
1tablespoonoregano
Optional: 1 teaspoon cayenne, if you like it spicy
Note: there is no salt in this recipe so you will need to add some to the recipe you are cooking. 2 tablespoons of this taco seasoning = 1 packet of taco seasoning.Using smoked paprika will give you a strong, smoky flavor.