How to make your own Homemade Taco Seasoning from scratch, so you can control salt and tweak flavor to your taste. Great for ground beef tacos!
For taco seasoning | ||
Chipotle chili powder/Chili powder | 1 Tablespoon | |
Garlic powder | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
Onion powder | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
Cayenne pepper | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
Oregano leaves | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
Paprika | 1 Teaspoon | |
Cumin | 2 Teaspoon | |
Salt | 1 Teaspoon (season to taste) | |
For beef tacos | ||
Ground beef 80% lean | 1 Pound | |
Grapeseed oil | 1 Tablespoon | |
Sea salt | 1/2 Teaspoon |
Making
Taco Seasoning
In a small bowl, add chipotle chili powder, garlic powder onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano leaves, paprika, and cumin. Combine well. (You can store it in mason jars for future use.)
Ground Beef Tacos
Heat a skillet over medium high heat and pour grapeseed oil.
Add ground beef to the skillet and sprinkle the seasoning all over the meat.
Season it with sea salt.
Use a spatula to break up the meat and let it cook for 7-8 minutes.
Serving
Place the beef on a taco shell or tortilla. Top it with avocado pieces, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
Serving size Complete recipe
Calories 1382Calories from Fat 951
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 108 g166.2%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 2727 mg113.63%
Total Carbohydrates 12 g4%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 79 g158%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet