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Gringo Taco Seasoning

Gringo Taco Seasoning

The best damn taco seasoning north of the border.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course BBQ Rubs
Cuisine Mexican

Equipment

  • 1 Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Use dark chili powder if you can find it.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Do not use table salt.
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika You can use regular paprika if you don't have smoked.
  • 1/2 tsp Granulated Garlic Try not to use garlic powder.
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Jalapeno Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Mexican Oregano This can be tough to find; I buy mine on Amazon.
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional - this will add a kick of heat.

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl and place in an air tight container. This rub should stay fresh for 6 months in a cool dark place.

Notes

This taco seasoning is not too hot.  No one in my family can handle hot food, so I tend to make things a bit more on the tame side. 
If you want more heat, you can always add a teaspoon of 
Keyword BBQ Rubs