This simple DIY Homemade Gluten-Free Taco Seasoning Mix is incredibly easy and fast to make, it stores for up to 6-12 months, is extremely inexpensive, and is insanely tasty!
I decided one day recently to try something new. You know those taco seasoning packets that sit right next to the salsas and the tortillas in the grocery store? I mean, how easy are they to prepare weeknight tacos with?
BUT...with my dietary restrictions, I am reluctant to use the packets and put the crud crap preservatives added chemicals in my mouth and through my body.
Even though the latest packets do have gluten-free taco seasoning alternatives, if I can't pronounce the ingredients, I'm pretty sure my body would be much better off without them.
On the flip side, I have come up with and tweaked and then re-tweaked again, a taco seasoning recipe with a simple list of ingredients that you most likely already have in your kitchen.
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Reasons for making your own taco seasoning:
1. It's super simple to make (takes me less than 60 seconds to whip up),
2. You know exactly what is going in your food,
3. You can control the flavor and spices,
4. It's a cheaper option that paying full price for each of those packets.
Have I sold ya on this one yet?
DIY Taco Seasoning Flavor:
When I put this recipe together, it was my intention to make it a bit on the spicy side, but allowing the individual cook to customize the spiciness according to their own liking.
It's as easy as adding or subtracting the amount of cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper flakes! Even if you don't like spicy recipes, you will like this seasoning mix!
Taco Seasoning Ingredient List:
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ Tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
This recipe makes about the same amount of seasoning as one taco seasoning packet (it actually makes a bit more in my opinion).
Simple Directions:
Mix all ingredients together and store in a food-safe airtight container for up to 6 months.
What to Use This Homemade Taco Seasoning For:
If you make my Gluten-Free Taco Seasoning, let me know in the comments! Enjoy enjoy enjoy!
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This post was first published on May 21, 2015 and last updated on May 12, 2020.
Homemade Gluten-Free Taco Seasoning Mix
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ Tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together and store in a food-safe airtight container for up to 6 months.
Notes
Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
Agreed Ashley! I will never go back! 🙂
Thank you for sharing with us at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop! This looks like an easy recipe that could be used for many things! I have joined your party as well!
Thanks Debi! I love your link up and appreciate you stopping by!
This looks so good and easy! Need to try this!
It was delicious! Let me know what you think if you do get a chance to try it out!
Love it! I always make my own taco seasoning, but mainly throw it together so it is different everytime lol. I will have to give this combination a try 🙂
From now on, I am making my own as well! It's night and day different from the packaged stuff!