Making your own spice mixes is cost effective and easy, and you know exactly what is in them. When preparing taco meat with this taco seasoning mix, cook the ground beef then add 2 Tbsp. of mix with ⅓ cup of water per pound of meat. Simmer for about two minutes, stirring as it cooks.
If you follow our meal plans, you know that we recommend bulk cooking meat for the freezer to make last minute dinner prep easier. You can prepare taco-seasoned ground beef in bulk and freeze it in 2 cup portions for easy dinner prep.
Taco Seasoning Mix
Making your own spice mixes is cost effective and easy, and you know exactly what is in the mix. When preparing taco meat with this taco seasoning mix, cook the ground beef then add 2 Tbsp. of mix with ⅓ cup of water per pound of meat. Simmer for about two minutes, stirring as it cooks.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup dried minced onion
- ¼ cup chili powder
- 3 Tbsp salt
- 4 tsp. cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp dried minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp ground cumin
- 1 Tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp. beef bouillon granules
- 1 ½ tsp. dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 year.
Notes
- This recipe makes enough seasoning for 8 lbs. of ground beef. Nutrition data is for a portion to season a pound of meat.
- When preparing taco meat: brown ground beef in a skillet and drain. For each pound of beef, add 2 Tbsp of the taco seasoning mix and ⅓ cup of water. Bring to a boil, then cook and stir for two minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Calories: 28 calCarbohydrates: 6 gSodium: 2931 mgFiber: 1 gNet Carbs: 5 g
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