Name: Homemade Taco Seasoning
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon table salt; ½ teaspoon granulated garlic; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Why This Recipe Works

This simple, homemade blend of chili powder and spices was designed and tested to replace one store-bought packet of taco seasoning. Using chili powder as the primary ingredient gave our taco seasoning a full, robust chile profile, while cumin added its familiar earthiness. Paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, and oregano rounded out the seasoning. A bit of cornstarch added saucy body to the juices in a skillet of ground beef, keeping the mixture from being either too soupy or too dry.

Instructions

Place all ingredients in airtight container and shake to thoroughly combine. (Taco seasoning can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 month.)