Clean Taco Seasoning

Clean Taco Seasoning

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This homemade taco seasoning is bold, smoky, and packed with real flavor—no fillers, no sugar, and no mystery ingredients. Made with a balanced blend of chili powders, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, and onion, this mix delivers that classic taco flavor with a richer, more authentic taste than anything you’ll find in a packet.

Unlike store-bought seasoning, this version skips the additives and lets you control the quality of every ingredient. It’s perfect for ground beef, chicken, pork, or even roasted vegetables, and comes together in minutes using pantry staples.

Whether you’re making tacos, burrito bowls, or a quick weeknight skillet meal, this seasoning brings a deep, savory flavor with just the right amount of heat—without the carbs or processed junk.

How to Make tortillas and Hacks for this seasoning: https://youtu.be/EAN0_SCns48

Clean Taco Seasoning

Clean Taco Seasoning
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Ingredients

  • 1/8 cup dark chili powder
  • 1/8 cup chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1.5 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 2 teaspoons allulose
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder

Instructions

To Use

  1. Brown meat first
  2. THEN add seasoning + ¼ cup water + 1 tbsp butter or Olive Oil id you didn't add with onions in the beginning
  3. Simmer 5-10 Minutes

Use

  1. 2 to 2½ tablespoons per 1 lb meat = 🔥 good balance
  2. 3 tablespoons = bold, taco truck flavor (my personal pick)
  3. 🥩 How to Adjust Based on Preference
  4. Mild / family-friendly → 1½–2 tbsp
  5. Standard (most people) → 2–2½ tbsp
  6. Bold / restaurant-style → 2½–3 tbsp
  7. Video Tutorial: https://youtu.be/EAN0_SCns48
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