taco seasoning?

ziggle_7

hey everyone i was just wondering if anyone has an alternative taco seasoning to the store bought one. I love taco seasoning in my stir fry but i hate all the extra sodium! know any recipes?

ladybug1620

Garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cumin (this is where the "taco" flavor comes from), and salt if you want to add it. Just made tacos last night with this instead of the usual seasoning packet and they came out delish.

ziggle_7

Thanks so much! ill try it out!

carlfry

I have some taco seasoning packets left to use up, but I will try what was mentioned above. YUMMY! I love tacos

nehtaeh

Are they equal parts?

I have made my own before but I'd like to create a bottle of it and keep it on hand. I could use taco seasoning everywhere.

concordancia

Garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cumin (this is where the "taco" flavor comes from), and salt if you want to add it. Just made tacos last night with this instead of the usual seasoning packet and they came out delish.

Personally, I also add cayenne pepper and a couple of tablespoons of tomato paste to this. Also, using actual garlic and onions may cut back on the sodium even further, as the powders sometimes have sodium added to them.

cupfanncbms

I do the dried minced onion, garlic powder, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, and onion powder. I use the same mix with a dash of liquid smoke for my fajitas.

CassieLEO

They have reduced sodium taco powder...

JesaGrace

Are they equal parts?

I would like to know this as well....

sofaking6

Penzey's also makes some different taco seasonings that are lower in salt than the store packets.

Christie422

This is the recipe I use... http://www.food.com/recipe/taco-seasoning-mix-2642 I leave out the salt though...my whole family likes it.

Aeriel

I will have to try this. I have just been getting reduced sodium ones and then only adding one package to 2 or 3 pounds of meat. Get the flavour but divide the sodium up over more portions.

smilebhappy

great info
I love taco's too....but hate the sodium!!

ladybug1620

Are they equal parts?

I would like to know this as well....

I actually just eyeball it according to what I know that we like. I use those spices a lot, so I just kinda shake it until I feel like it's enough. You could always eyeball it with a little and then taste it, and add more if not to your liking.

HoLLyZ82

made my own seasoning just last night with ground turkey. i used garlic powder, paprika, pepper, chili powder, and oregano. i would have used some chopped onions but i was being lazy

ladybug1620

Garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cumin (this is where the "taco" flavor comes from), and salt if you want to add it. Just made tacos last night with this instead of the usual seasoning packet and they came out delish.

Personally, I also add cayenne pepper and a couple of tablespoons of tomato paste to this. Also, using actual garlic and onions may cut back on the sodium even further, as the powders sometimes have sodium added to them.

Great ideas here too! I don't like spicy so I skip the cayenne, but my hubby would love it. Add tomato paste/sauce if you like your tacos a little more "wet" consistency.

Furrytreats

This is the one I use http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Taco-Seasoning/Detail.aspx

hroush

Here's another that doesn't use chili powder and smaller amounts.

Sarahr73

This is the recipe I use... http://www.food.com/recipe/taco-seasoning-mix-2642 I leave out the salt though...my whole family likes it.

I have a recipe I made from several I found online that is similar to this one. I don't use cornstarch and I use 1/2 cup water and 1lb ground beef. I use 1/2 tsp sea salt instead of 1 tsp regular salt. It is very good and I usually add a bit more chili powder and cayenne pepper for a more spicy version. It is really good with corn tortillas, all the usually fixings, and add lime wedges to squirt on and some cilantro. So yummy.

Sho_Rowell

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saltorian

Awesome suggestions! As a side note, anyone have any good salsa recipes? I have the same problem with that, since I like to put salsa on my eggs but the jarred salsas are so high in sodium...

nehtaeh

Awesome suggestions! As a side note, anyone have any good salsa recipes? I have the same problem with that, since I like to put salsa on my eggs but the jarred salsas are so high in sodium...

I don't know but would be interested too. My problem is I don't like tomatoes, or onions, but will eat both in salsa. My step mom makes some salsa that is too tomato-y. I think she blends up tomatoes, onion, and peppers. I add vinegar, garlic, and hot sauce (siracha).

ziggle_7

They have reduced sodium taco powder...

I know, i bought the reduced sodium one but its still loaded. it was like half of my daily intake of sodium just from the seasoning. i am just looking to see if i can find any better alternatives.