Lawry’s-Style Taco Seasoning Recipe:

This Lawry’s-Style Taco Seasoning is a flavorful homemade spice blend with a savory, mildly smoky taste, a touch of sweetness, and just the right amount of heat. It combines chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic, onion, oregano, and other simple spices to create a delicious taco seasoning for beef, chicken, turkey, or beans.

Making your own taco seasoning at home is quick and easy, and you can adjust the salt and heat to your preference. Keep a batch in your pantry and use it whenever you want to make tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, or flavorful Mexican-inspired meals.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy homemade alternative to packaged taco seasoning
• Made with simple everyday spices
• Savory, smoky, and slightly sweet flavor
• Easy to adjust for more or less heat
• Perfect for beef, chicken, turkey, or beans
• Great for tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas

Ingredients

For the Taco Seasoning

• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

Optional Thickener

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

Step 1: Combine the Spices

Add the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, sugar, and cayenne pepper to a small bowl.

If you want the seasoning to create a slightly thicker sauce when cooked with meat, add the cornstarch as well.

Step 2: Mix the Seasoning

Use a spoon or small whisk to mix all the ingredients together until the spices are evenly combined.

Make sure there are no large clumps of spices or cornstarch remaining.

Step 3: Season the Meat

For 1 pound (450 g) of ground beef, chicken, or turkey, use approximately 2 tablespoons of the taco seasoning.

Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease if necessary, then sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the cooked meat.

Add ½ cup of water and stir everything together.

Step 4: Simmer and Serve

Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the meat to simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the seasoning has coated the meat.

Serve immediately in tacos, burritos, taco bowls, or your favorite Mexican-inspired dish.

Serving Ideas

• Serve in crispy or soft taco shells.
• Use as a filling for burritos or quesadillas.
• Spoon over nachos with melted cheese.
• Add to a taco salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
• Use with seasoned rice and beans for a complete meal.
• Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Nutritional Information

Approximate per 2-tablespoon serving of the dry seasoning blend.

• Calories: 20–25
• Protein: 1g
• Fat: 0–1g
• Carbohydrates: 4–5g
• Sodium: 900–1,000mg, depending on the salt used

Storage Tips

Store the taco seasoning in an airtight glass jar or spice container in a cool, dry pantry. Label the container with the date and use within 3–6 months for the best flavor.

Keep the seasoning dry and use a clean, dry spoon whenever measuring it out. You can also make a larger batch by multiplying the ingredients and storing it for future taco nights.

This Lawry’s-Style Taco Seasoning is an easy homemade spice blend that delivers bold, savory flavor without relying on a store-bought packet. It’s perfect to keep on hand for quick and flavorful weeknight meals.