Mild Taco Seasoning Mix for Ground Beef
A kid friendly mild taco seasoning mix made with paprika, oregano, and cumin to season ground beef.
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Fork
- Airtight Jar
- Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
Cooking
- Measure. Add the paprika, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a small bowl.
- Mix. Stir with a fork until evenly combined and scoop into an airtight jar.
- Brown the beef. Cook 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium high heat until no pink remains and it reaches 160 degrees F, then drain the fat.
- Season. Stir in 2 to 3 tbsp of the mix with a splash of water and simmer until the liquid reduces.
- Serve. Spoon into taco shells with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Substitutions: Use ground chicken or turkey (cook to 165 degrees F). Add a pinch of cayenne for more heat.
Tips: Double or triple the mix and keep it labeled in a jar.
Storage: Keep the dry mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate cooked taco meat for 3 to 4 days.