Taco seasoning
Taco seasoning is a spice blend that includes cumin, paprika, garlic, and other seasonings. It is used to flavour meat, beans, and vegetables, giving tacos and other Mexican dishes their distinctive taste. It is commonly used in home cooking and restaurants.
Estimated retail price
~£1.99 / 35g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Taco seasoning, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 8 recipes in our collection, including Taco Salad, Tex-Mex Taquitos and Tex-Mex Flautas with Cheese. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Taco seasoning
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Taco seasoning?
Taco seasoning is used in 8 recipes in our collection, such as Taco Salad and Tex-Mex Taquitos. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Taco seasoning in the UK?
You can buy Taco seasoning online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Taco seasoning be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
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