Quick Beef Taco’s with Homemade Seasoning

Craving a quick, flavorful dinner the whole family will love? These simple ground beef tacos with a clean, homemade seasoning mix come together fast and taste better than any store-bought packet.

Homemade Taco Seasoning

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder or granules
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp coconut sugar
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Tip: Mix this ahead of time and store in a small jar for quick use!

See the super simple taco filling recipe below.

Taco Filling Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• Homemade taco seasoning (from above)
• ¼ cup water

Instructions

1. Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients and stir well.
2. Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the beef. Pour in ¼ cup water and stir to combine.
4. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes until the flavors meld and the liquid reduces slightly.
5. Serve: Spoon into warm taco shells or tortillas. Top with your favorite fresh ingredients like avocado, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.