Despite the picky measurements, this stuff is totally worth it! Anyone who has ever had tacos at my place has raved about this seasoning. I think it’s the smoked paprika that really sets it apart from the seasoning packets, so do not skip this ingredient! And, no, sweet paprika is not a suitable replacement.
What I have skipped in the past is the oregano, and I didn’t notice any real difference in taste. So, the oregano is optional here.
Also, the full batch recipe makes a ton of seasoning, so I’ve included three versions of the recipe: the full batch, a half batch, and a quarter batch.
If stored in an airtight container, this seasoning will last indefinitely. I’ve stored mine for a year+ without issue.
Fun Fact: According to ChatGPT, there are a total of 54 tablespoons worth of ingredients in the full recipe. That means if you use 3 tablespoons of seasoning per 1 pound of ground beef, you can make approximately 18 batches of tacos with this recipe.
Bulk Taco Seasoning (1/4 Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup + 1 TBSP chili powder
- 2 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/4 tsp oregano Mexican if available
- 1/4 cup plus 1/2 TBSP cumin
- 1 TBSP salt* see note below
- 1/2 TBSP pepper* see note below
- 2 1/2 TBSP all-purpose flour
Instructions
To Make
- Measure all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Store seasoning in an airtight container.
- Alternatively, measure all of the ingredients into the airtight container you will be storing your taco seasoning in, and shake until well combined.
To Use
- Brown your ground beef over medium-high. Once your meat is browned, drain. With the heat still at medium-high, sprinkle the desired amount of seasoning over your meat (probably about 3 TBSP per pound of beef). Cook and stir for about a minute.
- Add in some water—around 3/4 cup for a pound of ground beef. Once the water boils, turn heat down to medium. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Notes
Bulk Taco Seasoning (1/2 Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP chili powder
- 1 1/2 TBSP + 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 TBSP + 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 1/2 tsp oregano Mexican, if available
- 1/2 cup + 1 TBSP cumin
- 2 TBSP salt*
- 1 TBSP pepper*
- 1/4 cup + 1 TBSP AP flour
Instructions
- Measure all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Store seasoning in an airtight container.
- Alternatively, measure all of the ingredients into the airtight container you will be storing your taco seasoning in, and shake until well combined.
- Brown your ground beef over medium-high. Once your meat is browned, drain. With the heat still at medium-high, sprinkle the desired amount of seasoning over your meat (probably about 3 TBSP per pound of beef). Cook and stir for about a minute.
- Add in some water—around 3/4 cup for a pound of ground beef. Once the water boils, turn heat down to medium. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Notes
Bulk Taco Seasoning (Full Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup chili powder
- 3 TBSP + 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 TBSP + 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 TBSP + 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 TBSP + 2 tsp oregano Mexican if you have it
- 1 cup + 2 TBSP cumin
- 4 TBSP salt*
- 2 TBSP pepper*
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP AP flour
Instructions
To Make
- Measure all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Store seasoning in an airtight container.Alternatively, measure all of the ingredients into the airtight container you will be storing your taco seasoning in, and shake until well combined.
To Use
- Brown your ground beef over medium-high. Once your meat is browned, drain. With the heat still at medium-high, sprinkle the desired amount of seasoning over your meat (probably about 3 TBSP per pound of beef). Cook and stir for about a minute.
- Add in some water—around 3/4 cup for a pound of ground beef. Once the water boils, turn heat down to medium. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
