Homemade Taco Seasoning
Homemade taco seasoning for 1 pound of meat is easy, flavorful, and budget-friendly! Skip the packet and make this!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon corn starch
Instructions
- Combine all seasonings and mix well.
- Cook the meat - in a large skillet brown 1 pound of ground beef (or ground turkey) until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the seasoning - sprinkle the seasoning over the meat. Stir in ⅔ cup water. Stir to combine.
- Simmer - bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring until the liquid reduces and coats the meat in a saucy texture.
Notes
This yields about 3 tablespoons of seasoning which is enough for 1 pound of ground beef or ground turkey.