Recipe: Homemade Taco Seasoning and Tacos with Variations

HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING



3 tablespoons Spice Islands Chili Powder
2 tablespoons Spice Islands Ground Cumin
2 tablespoons Spice Islands Minced Onion
1 1/2 tablespoons Spice Islands Garlic Powder
2 teaspoons Spice Islands Onion Powder
2 teaspoons Spice Islands Fine Grind Black Pepper
2 teaspoons Spice Islands Fine Grind Sea Salt
1 1/2 teaspoons Spice Islands Oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon Spice Islands Cayenne Pepper

Combine all taco seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well. Store in a small container with a lid.

Makes about 2/3 cup or enough to season 5 pounds of meat for tacos

TACOS

1 pound ground beef, turkey, pork OR chicken (or 1 pound chicken cut into 1/2-inch cubes OR thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons prepared Taco Seasoning (recipe above)
2 tablespoons water
TO SERVE:
Tortillas, warmed OR taco shells
Favorite taco toppings: shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, jalapenos, etc.

Brown ground beef in a skillet until completely cooked through. Drain well. Or heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet and cook chicken until cooked through.

Add 2 tablespoons taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons water. Mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

Serve in tortillas or taco shells with your choice of toppings.

Source: Spice Islands, ACH Food Companies, Inc.