Bulk Taco Seasoning
SERVINGS: 88 Tbsp | DIFFICULTY: easy
COST
I buy my spices at a local bulk food store which significantly reduces the cost of the recipe
HEALTH BENEFITS
Adding spices and herbs to meat and vegetables is the best way to power your immune system! They naturally reduce inflammation and are rich in phytochemicals which help reduce damage to your cells.
SEASONING WITH ONLY THE GOOD STUFF
In my day I was a taco seasoning packet kind of gal, but then my family grew and I started buying it in bigger containers. Then right around that same time, I started the beginning of my health journey and reading ingredient labels became my new form of entertainment…NOT!
In a way it was entertaining because I was dumb founded with what they all put into taco seasonings as cheap fillers! No more! Time to hit the kitchen and create my own recipe!
The great thing about making your own taco seasoning is that you can adjust the flavor and heat to your own liking. I have a friend who's son is allergic to garlic. Try finding a seasoning packet without garlic, corn, wheat or MSG?
INGREDIENT LIST
Chili Powder - my chili powder is a mix of chili peppers and spices
Cumin - great for digestion and flavor
Real Salt - I prefer Redmond Real Salt
Black Pepper - anti-inflammatory properties and amazing antioxidants
Paprika - I love to use smoked paprika but it’s not necessary
Garlic Powder - can help regulate blood sugar
Onion Powder - onions are loaded with antioxidants plus so much more
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes - this will determine the heat of your taco seasoning. You can also add a bit of cayenne pepper to up the heat
Dried Oregano - also a powerful source of antioxidants
MAKE IT IN BULK
We have a bulk food store down the road from us where I buy all my seasonings. If you are going through the work of making taco seasoning you might as well make enough to last a long time! It stores amazing! Remember this recipe does not have fillers so you don't want to use as much as you do from the stores. Start by adding 1 Tbsp at a time until you find your happy spot! This mixture is a staple for those Taco Tuesdays and everything in between!
Store in a larger glass jar in the pantry and smaller container in your spice cabinet for easy access. Mix, one spoonful at a time, when preparing shredded chicken, ground beef, sauteed veggies and more!
Easy Keto Granola
Ingredients
- 1½ cups dry roasted almonds
- 1½ cups dry roasted pecans
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- ½ cup chopped dried apples or dried fruit of choice
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup pepitas or coconut flakes
- ⅓ cup Swerve Brown
- ⅓ cup almond butter
- ¼ refined coconut oil
- ¼ cup Choc Zero maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and grease a half sheet baking pan, set aside.
- In a food processor, electric or hand processor is fine, chop the almonds and pecans until they resemble coarse crumbs. Pour these nuts in a medium sized mixing bowl. Add in the almond flour, sunflower seeds, papitas, and dried apples or any other dried fruit or nuts. Keep in mind that the more dried fruit you have the more your carb and sugar count goes up.
- In a small saucepan, melt the almond butter, Swerve Brown and coconut oil together. Mix in syrup and cinnamon.
- Pour melted almond butter mixture over nut mixture and stir well, tossing lightly. The granola will be slightly clumpy but will break apart as it bakes.
- Spread mixture evenly on half sheet pan and bake 30 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for best results.
- Serve this on top of our Russian Cream or on your favorite yogurt. You can also eat this as a cereal with your favorite low carb milk.
Calories
199.7Fat (grams)
17.9Fiber (grams)
5.3Net carbs
3.36Sugar (grams)
2.2Protein (grams)
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