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by Natalie on April 22, 2019 — updated March 19, 2024 // 13 Comments »
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5 from 7 ratings
This homemade keto taco seasoning features a blend of spices to create a sugar-free, organic taco seasoning mix that works for easy taco meat– ground beef, ground turkey, chicken, shrimp, and more! Taco Tuesday has never been tastier!
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What Makes This Recipe Great
Making your own taco spice mix is so simple! There is no need to use the store-bought taco seasonings, which are filled with sugar, fillers, preservatives, and the sneaky “natural flavors” I try to avoid.
When making spice mixes, using organic spices is much healthier. Organic spices are pasteurized via steam to kill bacteria, so they are safest to eat and 100% nontoxic. Spices that are not organic are pasteurized with chemicals, and ethylene oxide gas remains in them, which is why I opt for organic.
Instead, make your Keto Taco Seasoning right at home with 6 simple organic spices you might already have on hand! Then your taco seasoning will be toxin-free, keto, gluten-free, paleo, and whole30 compliant!
Ingredient Notes
Making your own homemade taco seasoning is so easy. You just need 6 simple ingredients. The thing I love about making your own spice blends is that you can customize them to your own taste. Does it need more spice? Throw in a pinch of cayenne pepper. Not cooking with diced onions? Throw in some onion powder. Add in salt and black pepper as desired.
- organic chili powder (this is a link to a Whole30-approved chili powder! Read your labels. Most have rice concentrate in it, which is not Whole30. Silicone dioxide is ok!)
- organic cumin
- organic garlic powder
- organic oregano
- organic kosher salt
- organic smoked paprika
I bet you have all seasonings in your spice cabinet right now!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Store in a 4-ounce mason jar or another jar with a lid in cool, dry place.
- 2 tablespoons is the equivalent of 1 of the grocery store-bought taco seasoning packets. Use in your ground taco meat and enjoy!
Serving Size & Tips
- 2 tablespoons of this homemade low carb taco seasoning is the equivalent of those Mexican taco seasonings packets you can buy in the store.
- For 1 pound of ground beef or ground chicken, you’ll add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, just like the packet. You can opt to skip the water if desired. It tastes delicious on veggies, too! If you’re making more pounds of meat, use 2 tbsp per pound as the ratio.
- Use this seasoning blend in your choice of meat for taco night or other Mexican recipes like a burrito bowl, low carb taco salad, taco soup, enchiladas, taco casserole, vegetables, and more!
- There are about 3 g net carbs per 2 tablespoons of this seasoning blend, which is perfect for the keto lifestyle.
Storage Tips
Spices last a long time! Your taco seasoning will last for up to four years. But because it is so good, you’ll definitely use it all up before then.
To keep it freshest, store in an airtight container. I love using my 4-ounce mason jars; they’re the perfect size for the amount of seasoning this makes!
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Homemade Keto Taco Seasoning Recipe (Gluten Free)
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins
This homemade keto taco seasoning features a blend of spices to create a sugar-free, organic taco seasoning mix that works for easy taco meat– ground beef, ground turkey, chicken, shrimp, and more! Taco Tuesday has never been tastier!
5 from 7 ratings
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a 4 ounce mason jar.
2 tablespoons is the equivalent of 1 packet of taco seasoning.
Notes
Serving Size & Tips
- 2 tablespoons of this homemade low carb taco seasoning is the equivalent of those Mexican taco seasonings packets you can buy in the store.
- For 1 pound of ground beef or ground chicken, you’ll add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, just like the packet. You can opt to skip the water if desired. It tastes delicious on veggies, too! If you’re making more pounds of meat, use 2 tbsp per pound as the ratio.
- Use this seasoning blend in your choice of meat for taco night or other Mexican recipes like a burrito bowl, low carb taco salad, taco soup, enchiladas, taco casserole, vegetables, and more!
- There are about 3 g net carbs per 2 tablespoons of this seasoning blend, which is perfect for the keto lifestyle.
Storage Tips
Spices last a long time! Your taco seasoning will last for up to four years. But because it is so good, you’ll definitely use it all up before then.
To keep it freshest, store in an airtight container. I love using my 4-ounce mason jars; they’re the perfect size for the amount of seasoning this makes!
Cuisine: Mexican
Course: Condiment
Author: Natalie
Calories: 21, Total Carbs: 3.7g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Fiber: 1.9g, Net Carbs: 2g
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MamaVerse — April 30, 2020 @ 7:16 pm Reply
This recipe is perfect! If I can’t find smoked paprika, I’ve substituted with chipotle – adds a tiny bit of warmth and just the right zing!-
Natalie — April 30, 2020 @ 8:32 pm Reply
I am so glad you liked my taco seasoning MamaVerse! I love that you substituted chipotle for the smoked paprika. These days we are all having to make do with what we have at home. So glad it turned out well for you!
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Laura — April 21, 2020 @ 4:21 pm Reply
Do you add water to the seasoning? If yes, how much?
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Lindsay — April 19, 2020 @ 11:29 am Reply
Sooo much better than store bought! And I’m thankful for your note about chili powder, I honestly never thought to look at ingredients 🥴-
Natalie — April 19, 2020 @ 3:36 pm Reply
I am so glad you liked it Lindsay!
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Nancy G — January 8, 2020 @ 12:12 pm Reply
Soooooooooooooo good. I can’t believe I used to use package taco seasoning when this was so easy. I had all the ingredients in my spice rack and it took 5 minutes. Thanks Natalie *again*!-
Natalie — January 8, 2020 @ 8:15 pm Reply
I am so glad you liked my taco seasoning Nancy. Isn’t it amazing how we just get in the habit of buying something when we can make it ourselves? It’s usually better for you, healthier, less expensive, plus it’s a lot of fun! So happy you enjoyed it.
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Jenna DeFazio — November 5, 2019 @ 12:02 pm Reply
One of several staples I Always have ready to go in my kitchen! The flavor is perfect. I love putting it in my ground turkey for lunch and make taco salads.-
Natalie — November 9, 2019 @ 7:56 pm Reply
So happy you like this! It makes the BEST taco salads.
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Loni — November 5, 2019 @ 10:53 am Reply
Easy accessible ingredients without the fillers and junk. Thank you!-
Natalie — November 9, 2019 @ 3:55 pm Reply
So pleased you like this. I love that it is pure ingredients!
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nina — June 24, 2019 @ 2:26 pm Reply
SO so good. Tastes just like “regular” taco seasoning. Will definitely be making this a pantry staple. Very simple and easy to make as well!
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Natalie — June 24, 2019 @ 2:59 pm Reply
Yea! So happy you like it! Thank you Nina! Means the world to hear that : )
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