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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 03/25/2013Updated: 07/04/2021

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Large Batch Homemade Taco Seasoning - no MSG or additives - ALL NATURAL! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com - you probably already have all the ingredients!

Make this large batch homemade taco seasoning to keep in your pantry. Easy to make and much better for you than store-bought.

Homemade Taco Seasoning (Large Batch)

I already have a recipe for homemade taco seasoning on my blog. It’s actually my most popular recipe. I usually quadruple the batch when I make it so that I have a jar ready to go at all times. I use it not only for tacos, but also for enchiladas and all sorts of other things. It’s very versatile and a great thing to have on hand. Lower in sodium than the store-bought variety, and all ingredients that you probably have on hand–and bonus–that you can pronounce. Go figure.

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Another great thing about this large batch taco seasoning is that it is great for gifting. Perfect for your friends and family that love to cook. Slap a cute label on a cute jar and you’re good to go. I have given a bunch of this away and everyone loves it. Or at least that is what they tell me.

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Instead of making you do the math to double or triple the recipe, I’ve done it for you (per reader request!). You’re welcome. I hate math too, so I understand your hesitancy.

About this big batch taco seasoning:

This recipe is for TEN TIMES the amount in the original recipe. This makes over two cups of taco seasoning. That’s a whole lotta taco Tuesdays, my friends. Approximately 11 taco Tuesdays. Yup, I’ve done more math for you. That’s how much I love you.

You can stretch it even further if you don’t like your tacos too spicy. This mix does have a bit of a kick to it so you’ll have to play around a little to decide how much you want to add to your taco meat.


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My daughter loves helping me measure out all the spices for this recipe. “Me do! Me do! Me do!” She’s obsessed. Drives me completely nuts but I love every minute of the insanity.

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Needed for this recipe:

  • chili powder
  • cumin
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • red pepper flakes
  • pepper
  • sea salt
  • oregano
  • paprika
  • jar for storage

What to add taco seasoning to:

I’ve developed a slight addiction to adding this taco seasoning to everything but the kitchen sink. If you’re looking for something outside the box, try these recipes: 

  • Taco Chicken Tenders
  • Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken for Tacos
  • Southwestern Homemade Flour Tacos
  • Southwestern Homemade Wheat Thin Crackers
  • Fajita Stuffed Chicken
  • Southwestern Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
  • Bean and Cheese Taco Rolls
  • Southwestern Cream Cheese Tortilla Roll-ups
  • Southwestern Mac and Cheese with Ground Turkey
  • Southwestern Mini Meatloaves
  • Southwestern Slow Cooker Barley Casserole
  • Healthy Taco Meat (in 30 minutes!)
  • Taco Turkey Burgers

 

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

Recipe

Get the Recipe: Large Batch Homemade Taco Seasoning

4.54 from 26 votes
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
72 servings
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Homemade Taco Seasoning with no MSG or additives. 100% natural and delicious. Make this large batch so that you’ll have extra to keep on hand!

Ingredients

  • ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2.5 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 2.5 teaspoons oregano
  • 5 teaspoons paprika
  • ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt (more to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon finely ground pepper

Instructions

  • In small bowl, mix all ingredients and store in airtight container. (Or you can mix it together in the container you are going to store it in–just give it a shake.)
  • Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of this mixture plus 1/2 cup of water to one pound of cooked meat (of your choice). Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until there is very little liquid left in the pan.

Notes

  • Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
  • You may also add 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour to the pound of cooked meat to thicken up the mixture.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1teaspoon, Calories: 2kcal, Sodium: 139mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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  1. Carrie says

    January 19, 2023 at 9:28 pm

    5 stars
    Love this recipe. We’ve used it in our family for years and it makes great gift ideas for teachers too! Everyone loves it!

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      January 23, 2023 at 9:08 am

      So glad to hear it! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

      Reply
  2. Tony says

    September 11, 2022 at 5:41 pm

    5 stars
    This large-batch version of Rachel’s original Taco seasoning recipe?
    -What’s not to like! -I love it to bits..
    Thanks! Rachel Gurk, you are a star!

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      September 13, 2022 at 11:23 am

      This comment made me smile, thank you!

      Reply
  3. denise says

    November 12, 2021 at 6:36 pm

    5 stars
    great seasoning recipe

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      November 13, 2021 at 8:39 am

      Thanks Denise! So glad you like it!

      Reply
  4. Travis says

    May 3, 2021 at 6:50 pm

    If you broke this out in grams (weight) it would be much simpler to measure.

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      May 10, 2021 at 7:22 pm

      Thanks for the feedback!

      Reply
  5. Lisa says

    April 20, 2021 at 9:22 pm

    I had to make this twice. The first time,following the recipe it was way too salty for my family. I remade it and reduced the salt to 1 teaspoon and then it was perfect. f

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      April 28, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks for the feedback!

      Reply
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