Blending your own Mexican seasoning is a great way to create an authentic flavor for all your Mexican dishes. You can make it spicy or not. It keeps well for months in an air-tight jar, and it is economical to make your own.
This simple blend is the perfect all-purpose spice mix for adding authentic Mexican flavor to your meals. Use it in this delicious Homemade Seasoned Ground Meat Taco Recipe that’s a crowd-pleaser every time. And if you’re hosting guests, make sure to check out the Taco Meat Recipe and How Much Taco Meat Per Person guide so everyone gets their fill without the stress of over- or under-prepping.
Why make your own Mexican Spice Blend?
Mixing your own seasonings saves you money, but you can also create a flavor blend of Mexican spices that best suits your palate; a little spicy or hot!
Homemade Mexican Spices List
- chili powder
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- salt
- cumin
- oregano (Mexican)
- paprika
- pepper
- cayenne pepper
What is different about Mexican oregano?
Regular oregano is an Italian and Mediterranean spice with minty undertones. Mexican oregano has lemon and citrus flavors as well as some tones of licorice. These flavors are great in Mexican dishes.
How to make a spicy or mild blend
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for a mild blend, but you can add a teaspoon or more if you like it spicy. If you like it really spicy, make you sweat kind of spice, then substitute the cayenne for habanero powder.
Spice Way Premium Habanero Ground Pepper
How to store the seasoning
I store my spices in glass see-through jars with airtight lids. I also label my jars so I can easily see what is in the jar. This also makes your spice blend a great gift to give.
Glass Spice Containers with Silver Metal Caps and Pour/Sift Shaker Lid
Ideas For Using Homemade Mexican Seasonings
Use all-purpose Mexican seasoning to spice up your hamburger or chicken meat when making tacos, enchiladas, burritos, fajitas, or Mexican casseroles. It’s also great to season dips and hummus. Try it as a dry rub on meats before grilling. It would even be good as a seasoning for popcorn.
- Stir in a little seasoning with chopped avocado, onion, tomatoes, and lime. Presto, you have great guacamole!
- Use it to make a marinade with lime juice, garlic, oil, and vinegar.
- Shake some in your Spicy Pico de Gallo
- Mexican Tomato Soup.
- It’s also great in Fiesta Rice or Mexican Coleslaw Recipe.
Do you have a question about the recipe? Feel free to ask in the comments below. I’m here to help!
All Purpose Mexican Seasoning
Note: Be sure to read through the recipe’s post for tips and details about this recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano, Mexican
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper , or more if you like it spicy
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar.
- Place the lid on the jar and shake well.
Notes
HOW TO MAKE ADOBO MARINADE WITH THE SEASONING
Mix all ingredients into a glass jar, seal and shake well. Marinate chicken, pork, or veggies.- 2 tablespoons all-purpose Mexican seasoning
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Equipment
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Just a quick question! How much would you use for say tacos per lb. of ground beef?
Hey Gaye, I wrote a post on your question: How Much Taco Meat Per Person?
Scroll to the bottom to see the recipe card. Also, if you need to make a larger amount, tap the 2x, 3x, of 4x to have all the ingredients adjusted.
Yup…this is the one, so look no further!!!
This recipe is the perfect proportions of just the right ingredients for tacos and many other Mexican dishes
Yup…this is the one, so look no further for a Taco/Mexican seasoning blend!!!
This recipe is the perfect proportions of just the right ingredients for tacos and many other Mexican dishes
Love that included in the post is the ingredients and information on how to use the seasoning blend to make an Adobo marinade…it is a delicious “must try”
Hi. Can you tell me how much of the seasoning do you use on 1 pound of beef?
Liss, I have a whole post written about Taco Meat Recipe and How Much Taco Meat Per Person. I goes into detail about how much seasoning per pound but in short, 3 tablespoons. Also, I share Homemade Seasoned Ground Meat Taco Recipe with Rotel Tomatoes.