Taco Seasoning
In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Store in an airtight container.
In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Store in an airtight container.
- Carbohydrate 0.606675781656724 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.184606343878513 g
- Fiber 0.282968443244863 g
- Protein 0.160016375092607 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0255781656473016 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (2g)
- Sodium 179.008956257986 mg
- Sugar 0.323707338411861 g
- Trans Fat 0.0287919312712812 g
- Calories 4 calories
Step-by-step
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper.
- Store in an airtight container.
Adding ground cumin and chili powder to a hot skillet containing searing meat requires precise timing to prevent the volatile aromatic oils in the spices from scorching and turning bitter. Introducing dry spices too early in a high-heat pan burns the delicate particles within thirty seconds, resulting in an acrid flavor profile. Toasting whole spices before grinding yields superior aromatic intensity, but ground spice blends require only a gentle warmth to release their fat-soluble compounds without direct burning.
Adapting for Dietary Restrictions
Commercial spice packets frequently introduce hidden sources of gluten and excessive sodium through anti-caking agents and fillers like wheat flour or maltodextrin. Blending individual spices at home eliminates unwanted additives entirely while allowing precise control over sodium content. Sea salt acts as a preservative and flavor enhancer in this blend, but those managing sodium intake can safely reduce the specified teaspoon measurement by half without altering the underlying spice chemistry. Ensuring that chili powder formulations remain strictly pure prevents accidental exposure to hidden wheat fillers often found in commercial multi-spice containers.
Storage and Longevity
Ground spices lose their potency through oxidation when exposed to light, air, and humidity over extended periods. Transferring the finished blend into a clean, airtight glass jar protects the volatile compounds from degrading prematurely. Stored in a cool, dark pantry environment, the mixture maintains optimal flavor integrity for up to six months before noticeable aromatic fading occurs. Shaking the sealed container vigorously before each use redistributes any settled particles that may have separated during storage.
