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Spices for taco seasoning mix on a plate: Chili powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, coriander, onion powder, oregano, cocoa powder, salt, pepper, on a white background.

Best Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix (Perfect for Ground Beef Tacos!)

Becky
This homemade taco seasoning mix is a bold and balanced explosion of flavors, with smoky chili powder and paprika, warm cumin and coriander, a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, earthy cocoa powder, and aromatic notes of garlic, onion, and oregano, all rounded out with just the right touch of salt and pepper.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 tablespoons

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander
  • ½ tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ tablespoon oregano
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl or jar and whisk or shake until combined.
  • Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed container for up to 6 months.
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