Good recipe for Tex Mex seasoning?

Question

I'm looking for a good Tex Mex seasoning blend that I can prepare myself. The commercial ones have too much salt.

Answer 1

Taco Seasoning - Great Texmex Seasoning for Tacos, Burritos Etc.:

5 min 5 min prep
28 Teapoons

2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano, preferably Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons onion flakes or onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, omit if you like it mild and increase if you like it spicier
1 teaspoon salt, adjust for your taste the salt helps to keep it fresh when storing

1. Mix all spices together.
2. Store in airtight container. Will keep for 6 months to a year.
3. 7 teaspoons of this spice mix is the equivalent of one 1.25 oz packet of store bought taco seasoning. This recipe makes the equivalent of 4 spice packets.
4. To make tacos- mix 7 tsp (or 2 T and 1 t) to 1 lb ground meat that has been browned and drained of fat. Add 3/4 cup water and stir to blend. Cook til water has evaporated.

Answer 2

May I suggest you go to http://www.foodnetwork.com And click on Emeril Lagasse's Name and look his seasoning up. I find his taste in heat scovil units too high for my taste buds. So if you like it hot you'll love his seasoning.

Answer 3

cumin,
garlic,
onion,
paprika,
cayenne pepper,
cilantro or parsley (cilantro has a citrus like flavor) often found in salsas. I use it in pico de gallo instead of the parsley