Steak Taco Seasoning
Published 8/25/2021 • Updated 3/20/2024
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Taco seasoning is something that I’m always reaching for to flavor beef, other meats, and even veggies. We came up with this homemade beef taco seasoning because we prefer the flavor without the additives. Have you ever looked at the back of a store-bought taco seasoning packet and seen “other flavors?” You won’t see that in this recipe. Only whole spices and salt!
This super flavorful steak taco seasoning comes together in just 7 ingredients you likely have on hand in your spice cupboard already. Keep a batch of this steak taco seasoning on hand for making our famous flank steak tacos!
Making steak tacos for dinner, but don’t know where to start with seasoning your beef? We got you! We also highly recommend tripling this recipe and storing the leftovers in a Mason jar for later. You’ll thank yourself 😉 This incredible steak taco seasoning is the perfect amount of savory and sweet and is made with just 7 total spices.
We’ve used this seasoning on many cuts of beef including flank steak and strip steak. And, it pairs nicely with ground beef, too for ground beef tacos.
What is in Homemade Steak Taco Seasoning?
- Garlic powder
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Brown sugar
- Salt & pepper
How much steak taco seasoning do you need for 1 lb. of meat?
A good rule of thumb for our steak taco seasoning is that you need about 4 tablespoons of seasoning per 1 lb. of meat.
#1 Tip to apply this seasoning
Be sure to use a large enough skillet with a top for this recipe. A Dutch oven also works well.
When using this steak taco seasoning, be sure to massage it really well into the meat, and then let it rest “caked on” your steak before cooking. This will result in super flavorful and tender steak for your tacos 😀
Is this steak taco seasoning spicy?
This steak taco seasoning is generally mild as is, but you can easily make it spicier:
Make it Spicier
If you prefer a spicier steak taco spice mix, add more smoked paprika or red pepper flakes. If you like it hot-hot, add a bit of cayenne pepper to the mix.
Why make a large batch of this steak taco seasoning?
What’s great about this recipe is that it yields X cups of steak taco seasoning, so you can have multiple taco nights for each batch.
Storage: Simply make a whole batch using the ingredient amounts below, and then store in an air-tight container in your spice cupboard for up to 3 months.
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Best Cut of Beef for Steak Tacos
This steak taco seasoning can be used with ANY cut of beef, but we absolutely love using flank steak for our tacos.
Flank steak can get a bad rap because it is a more affordable cut of meat (plus, it is quite lean), and can be a bit tough if you don’t cook it correctly.
We love flank steak here on Fit Foodie Finds because when you season and cook flank steak correctly, it’s deliciously flavorful and tender — which makes it a perfect cut of meat for our thinly sliced steak tacos.
Steak Taco Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 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
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a small glass container or mason jar.
- Mix to combine.
- Store in a cool, dark place.
Tips & Notes
- Per 1 lb. of steak: use 4 tablespoons of steak taco seasoning.
- Yields: 1 cup
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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