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    Homemade Taco Seasoning

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    By Alisa Fleming on February 4, 2016 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Condiments and Salad Dressings, Dairy-Free Recipes

    This week, I’m tying in my favorite, easy, homemade taco seasoning recipe. I’ve been using this simple blend for over a decade – in fact, it’s a well-loved gem in my book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook. I also shared it many years ago on my old blog (time to migrate it to my main website!). To note, I have seen versions of my homemade taco seasoning recipe posted on some other blogs since, but I assure you it’s one that I whipped up and posted many, many years ago!

    The BEST Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe - all natural, easy, versatile and easy to modify to taste!

    Why Make Homemade Taco Seasoning?

    • Many brands contain milk. Yes, seriously. Whey is a fairly common ingredient in seasoning packets. You may also spot nonfat milk powder or straight up lactose.
    • You control the quality. There are no fillers needed when making it at home, and you can use good quality spices. My spice rack is almost completely Simply Organic now – I love the freshness and sourcing of their spices and for what you get, the price is pretty darn competitive.
    • It can be adapted to taste. Sometimes I want it a little spicier, while other times I want garlic-free. I’ve twisted and turned this homemade taco seasoning recipe numerous ways to fit meals and heat preferences.
    • You can use a little, or a lot. No awkward packet to fold up if you only want to use half. I often make a double batch of this homemade taco seasoning and store it in a spice shaker for use on popcorn, veggies, or when I just need a teaspoon or two for our meal.

    365 Dairy-Free Recipe Challenge Update

    With the 365 New Dairy-Free Recipe Challenge, my goal is to trial at least 365 new-to-me recipes this year, and that doesn’t even count all of the retesting I am doing to perfect many of those dishes.

    This week, I was on track and as you can tell, whipped up MANY batches of oatmeal. I’ve definitely got tasty oatmeal for days going on around here.

    My New Dairy-Free Recipe Trials for January 28th through February 3rd:

    • Apple Cinnamon Dutch Baby (update – the recipe is here!)
    • Cajun Chicken & Potatoes (a throw together that turned out recipe-worthy – I’ll be making again!)
    • Deconstructed Wonton Soup (mistakes galore, but I’m on the right track)
    • Banana Bread, PB & J, Almond Joy, and Cinnamon Roll Instant Oatmeal – yes, 4 recipes in 1! (2018 update – these recipes are in the new Go Dairy Free!)
    • Southwestern Bowls with Sweet & Spicy Marinade (more salt!)
    • White Chocolate Crispy Bars (update – the recipe is here!)
    • Taco Tater Wedges … simply made with this homemade taco seasoning recipe …

    The BEST Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe - all natural, easy, versatile and easy to modify to taste!

    Special Diet Notes: Homemade Taco Seasoning

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, sugar-free, vegan / plant-based, vegetarian, paleo, and generally top food allergy-friendly.

    5.0 from 2 reviews
    Homemade Taco Seasoning
     
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    Prep time
    5 mins
    Total time
    5 mins
     
    This recipe is from my book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 2½ tablespoons or the equivalent of a ¼-ounce store-bought packet
    Ingredients
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder (see Heat Note below)
    • 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
    • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (increase if you like spicier)
    • ½ to 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (I use the full amount)
    • ¼ to ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional, I often omit)
    Instructions
    1. Stir all of the ingredients together in a small bowl. If not using immediately, store in an airtight container.
    Notes
    To Prepare: Add the full batch of this seasoning mix to 1 lb of almost cooked ground meat, cubed chicken, vegan “meat” crumbles, cubed tofu, or chopped vegetables. Finish cooking with the seasoning incorporated to help the flavors meld.

    Heat Note: We use a mild to medium heat chili powder, as we prefer to control the spice of our meals after the fact, with hot sauce or salsa to taste, but you can use a hot chili powder if preferred.
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

    13 Comments

    1. Julia on May 16, 2018 1:29 pm

      If I were to make up a larger batch to have more on-hand all the time, how much would I use per # of meat?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on May 20, 2018 10:59 am

        2 1/2 tablespoons

        Reply
    2. Laura @MotherWouldKnow on February 5, 2016 8:18 pm

      I love homemade spice rubs and combinations – so much better than the store-bought ones. The latter are almost always too salty for my taste and never seem to hit the right spice notes. This one looks perfect. I think it would make a great gift too.

      Reply
    3. tina on February 5, 2016 10:39 am

      So you don’t add any water like you do with the taco seasoning packets?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 5, 2016 10:58 am

        I don’t, but you can add some if you like. It depends on your recipe. When making taco meat, I use a little oil. There is no starch in this like the packets though.

        Reply
    4. Lauren on February 5, 2016 8:29 am

      Nothing beats homemade seasonings!

      Reply
    5. Sonali- the Foodie Physician on February 4, 2016 8:34 pm

      I love making homemade spice mixes too! A lot of the store-bought ones can have hidden sodium and homemade always tastes better anyway 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 4, 2016 9:30 pm

        I’m with you Sonali, something is so great about homemade blends! Still working on the perfect cajun mix 🙂

        Reply
    6. Nutmeg Nanny on February 4, 2016 7:04 pm

      I have been using simply organic spices for year and love them! This homemade taco seasoning is even better!

      Reply
    7. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet on February 4, 2016 6:52 pm

      Seriously, nothing beats homemade spice and seasoning blends for flavor! This taco seasoning sounds terrific!

      Reply
    8. Healing Tomato on February 4, 2016 5:54 pm

      I always buy taco seasoning even though I know it is so easy to make. I finally have a great recipe from you and no more excuses to make my own. I really like your simple and delicious take on taco seasoning.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 4, 2016 9:31 pm

        I promise, you’ll never go back!

        Reply
    9. Ashley - Forking Up on February 4, 2016 10:59 am

      I love making my own taco seasoning! So much better than those weird little envelopes.

      Reply

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