Homemade Taco Seasoning Spicy Mexican Taco Seasoning

Homemade taco seasoning is super easy to make
and totally worth the effort. I like making
my own taco seasoning cause we can adapt it to my taste.
For instance, I use ancho chili powder in mine rather
than traditional chili powder that you would find in packet seasoning.
I love that deep smoky flavor of ancho chili powder.
Ancho chili powder packs in the flavor without a whole lot of heat.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup ancho chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp paprika
2 Tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper (optional)

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

To use: Use approximately 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning
in place of a packet of commercial taco seasoning.
To prepare taco meat, add seasoning and 1 cup of water
to one pound of browned meat and simmer
over low heat until liquid is gone.