Get ready to turn your kitchen into a full-blown fiesta, because today we're whipping up the ultimate Homemade Steak Taco Seasoning! And when I say ultimate, I mean “where has this been all my life” level good. If you've ever been personally victimized by a bland taco (we've all been there), this little jar of magic is about to change everything!
Here's what you'll need:
• ¼ cup garlic powder
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 4 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Directions:
In true “set it and forget it” fashion, all you gotta do is toss all the ingredients into a bowl and give them a good stir. That's it! Seriously. Channel your inner wizard and swirl all those spices together until they look like a glorious, dusty rainbow.
Once it's all mixed up, scoop your seasoning into a cute little mason jar (because everything tastes better when it comes out of a mason jar, obviously). Store it somewhere cool and dry, and it’ll be ready whenever Taco Tuesday calls — or you know, Wednesday, Thursday, any day ending in “day.”
To use it: Rub about 3-4 tablespoons of this flavor bomb into one pound of cut-up steak before cooking. You can grill it, sear it, throw it in a skillet — whatever your taco-loving heart desires!
Tara's Taco Tips 🌮️:
- If you like it spicy, add an extra teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mix! 🔥
- Don't have smoked paprika? Regular paprika works too, but you’ll miss that little kiss of smoky magic.
- Brown sugar might sound weird, but it’s the secret sauce that balances the spice and makes your steak caramelize beautifully when you cook it. Trust the process!
Serving Suggestions: Pile your juicy, seasoned steak into warm tortillas, and top with all the goodies — think avocado slices, cilantro, lime, pickled onions, and maybe even a sprinkle of cotija cheese if you're feeling extra. Oh, and don't forget a margarita. Or three. 🍻
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