If anyone knows me, they’ll know that I love Mexican food! Tacos, nachos and burritos are my family’s favourites. They’re fresh and relatively quick to put on the table, but have you ever thought about making your own Mexican spice mix? Well, today I’ll tell you how. There’s no need to order take-out.
And yes, you could just buy those packaged spice mixes. They are very convenient, but making your own spice mix lets you really control what’s going into your meal and also the level of flavour and heat, not to mention it sounds super impressive to tell your guests that you made your own Mexican spice mix…
The mix is really easy and most people would probably already have all the ingredients in their pantry. This recipe makes enough for 500g of meat. I usually use beef mince but you can use whatever takes your fancy.
And if you need some inspiration on using this spice mix, you’ll want to check out these easy Beef Burrito Bowls! And if you’re looking for some topping ideas for your next Mexican feast, whether you’re having tacos, nachos or burritos, then be sure to check out my Fresh Tomato Salsa (Pico De Gallo).
Homemade Mexican Spice Mix
Ingredients
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground chilli powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper see notes
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl or jar and stir thoroughly to combine. Store in airtight container or jar until ready to use.
Notes
- This spice mix has a pretty mild heat level, but can easily be made hotter by adding more cayenne pepper.
- To use the spice mix, simply brown off 500g of meat – I usually use minced beef – in a large frying pan until just cooked. Add the spice mix along with 2-3 tbsp of water and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the water has evaporated and the meat is cooked through.
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