What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!
Taco Seasoning Mix
- add review
- #8198
Better than store bought: make your own taco seasoning with just a few simple ingredients.
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
23 reviews
2 comments
ingredients
6 teaspoons chili powder
5 teaspoons paprika
4 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons onion powder
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
directions
In storage container with tight fitting lid, combine all ingredients; mix well. Seal tightly. Store in cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Seven teaspoons of mix equal a 1.25 ounce pkg. of purchased taco-seasoning mix.
added by
gennyblake
nutrition data
20 calories, 1 grams fat, 4 grams carbohydrates, 1 grams protein per tablespoon. This recipe is low in sodium.
Please note:
This is a copy cat recipe submitted to CDKitchen by a third-party. This recipe is not an original recipe unless specifically stated and is considered only to be an acceptable "clone" to the original for the home cook to attempt to duplicate. Please also note that many nationwide restaurant chains vary their menus and ingredients by region so the version provided may not be similar to what you may have tried before. All trademarks referenced are property of their respective owners.
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.
Delicious recipes for red velvet cakes, cupcakes, and cheesecakes.
see more taco seasoning recipes
see more t - copy cat restaurant recipes
reviews & comments
August 18, 2013
I forgot to buy taco seasoning so I looked up a recipe and found this. It worked perfectly!
June 6, 2012
This has become my to-go taco seasoning. Thank you so much for sharing!
Question how much mix per pound of ground beef? Thanks 50sbrat
March 3, 2010
Where I live you canôt find these mixes so, THANKS,THANKS THANKS, to all of you how sent the recipe, I love you all!
November 20, 2009
This receipe was great. I have really hot chili powder so I had to add less than what it calls for and it needed salt. Thanks it's great to have this....I no longer have to buy it from the store.
October 15, 2009
Very close to packaged mixes; need to use a good chili powder (Penzey's, Gebhardt, Buena Vida)plus add a tsp. salt and 2/3 cup water; allow to simmer, then sit awhile to cool & for flavors to blend.
August 25, 2009
Blah! More salt, more chili powder.
May 31, 2009
This recipe is absolutely fabulous! My wife hates it when I make tacos, because I usually use the premade package stuff that has cumin in it. NEVER AGAIN! I tried this recipe tonight (without the cumin), and she was so surprised. She still hated it, but only because it was so good she didn't want to stop eating it. Thank you for the awesome recipe, even if I omitted the cumin. I think she will actually be demanding taco night more regularly. P.S. It goes great with Tapatio Hot Sauce.
May 6, 2009
This smelled so good as it wafted across the kitchen, I wanted to eat it right away!
March 9, 2009
This is a great recipe. Has a great flavor to it. The only thing I would add is maybe about 2-3 tbsp of flour. Flour will give the meat that taco consistency without ruining the flavor. I have been making homemade tacos since I was about 9 years old and this is the best recipe.
February 4, 2009
I love this recipe, I have been using it for many years. Give it a try, no chemicals, great alternative to buying the mixes.
January 14, 2009
I have been using this recipe for years now, Great Flavor!!! Highly recommend.
January 14, 2009
I have been using this recipe for years now, Great Flavor!!! Highly recommend.
July 20, 2008
Instead of cayenne, I used 1 tsp Zatarain's Cajun seasoning. I also added 2 tsp Lawry's seasoned salt. With my additions, I will never buy taco seasoning packets again. This was perfect.
May 29, 2008
If you like to add a bit of water like the instructions on the packaged mix state (I always add about 1/8 to 1/4 cup water), add a couple tablespoons flour to this recipe. It makes the meat moist and saucy.
March 29, 2008
I forgot to pick up the seasoning packets at the store, so I found this recipe after a google search. It turned out that I will be using this recipe instead of the seasoning packets from now on.
March 10, 2008
I personally liked it without the salt. We try to have low sodium, so this was a great, easy recipe, that tasted wonderful!
February 2, 2008
Very good, pretty much the same recipe I've been using for years. It does need salt, however, and I like adding Lawry's seasoned salt.
February 1, 2008
Very goo, I like the idea of being able to make my own - but does need the salt. I didn't have any cayenne pepper, so it definitely lacked spice. I browned ground turkey then added the suggested 7 tsp. of mix with 1 cup of water. Tasted great! (Just add the salt!)
November 22, 2007
This recipe saved me on Thanksgiving I was one packet of seasoning short and of course there were no stores open. I was a bit hesitant about even trying this but I had no other choice. It worked out perfectly and I couldn't tell the difference between the store bought stuff and this recipe. I will be using this in the future. Who ever posted this recipe I appreciate it very much.
November 20, 2007
This was great! I added 1/2 tsp. sea salt to it and it was the same flavor as store bought, only without the hidden MSG. Thanks for the esay recipe!
November 7, 2007
This recipe was terrible. Bland would be too nice. It did not ask for salt, and definitely needed more than salt to make it good.
February 17, 2007
This recipe was lacking salt.I just add Tonys to spice it up and it was perfect.
This is the best version yet. Awesome flavour!
April 15, 2006
This is absolutely wonderful and easy to have on hand!