This taco seasoning recipe makes a large batch so you can mix it up in bulk and always have some on hand!

One of our family’s favorite meals is taco salad (and we also love tacos!), so we always need taco seasoning.

With this easy recipe, you can avoid the chemicals, preservatives, and extra additives that may be lurking in commercial taco seasoning packets.

You can also use this taco seasoning mix to season chicken, burritos, soups, or anything else that needs a little extra flavor!

How Do You Make Taco Seasoning from Scratch?

Making this homemade taco seasoning is really a simple process. All you need are a few basic supplies and some spices.

We’ll go over exactly how to make it below, but it’s really just a matter of mixing some spices together in a jar!

This is another pantry staple that you can learn to make from scratch, with very little effort.

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Supplies Needed for This Recipe:

Small mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Mixing spoon
Jar for storage (I used a pint jar)
Label (optional—I use these label stickers)

Ingredients:

To make this recipe, you’ll need these spices:

One of my favorite sources of bulk natural foods is Azure Standard.

We get bulk spices and other foods there. You can also learn more about how Azure Standard works.

To Make It:

Add all the spices to a bowl or directly to the jar you’re going to store it in. Stir the spices or put a lid on the jar and shake to mix together.
Add a label and store.

How to Use

Around two tablespoons of this mix are equivalent to one seasoning packet.

To use to season taco meat, add 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mix to 1 pound of cooked ground beef. Add about 1/2 cup water, and simmer.

Cook and stir, simmering until the excess water evaporates.

Feel free to use less than two tablespoons if you prefer a milder flavor.