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Tex Mex Seasoning

5 minutes
4.5 from 10 votes
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by: Joanna Cismaru
01.15.21

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Spice up your dishes with this homemade Tex Mex Seasoning! Made from a combination of pantry staple spices, you can whip this simple blend up whenever you’ve got a hankering for a little extra flavor.

tex mex seasoning in a tiny wooden spoon.

I love Tex Mex food, it is so comforting and delicious! Since I make it often, this Tex Mex Seasoning is a must have spice blend in my pantry. Whenever I get a hankering for a little added bold flavor, this is my go-to! Making your own spice blends at home is just as easy as going to store and purchasing one, but saves so much more time. Skip the store and make your own at home!

Tex Mex Seasoning

You should have most, if not all of the spices needed for this Tex Mex seasoning at home in your pantry already! Homemade blends are fantastic because not only do you know exactly what’s going into them, you can really make the blend your own. Plus, having the pre-mixed jars on hand can save so much time in the kitchen!

Ingredient Notes

overhead shot of all theingredients needed to make tex mex seasoning.
  • Chili Powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Coriander
  • Paprika
  • Salt
  • Garlic Powder
  • Oregano

How To Make Tex Mex Seasoning

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  1. Combine Spices: Mix the ingredients together in a bowl. Transfer to an airtight container or jar and store in a cool, dry, place for up to 6 months.

FAQs & Expert Tips

FAQs

What Is Tex-Mex?

Tex Mex is a fusion of Mexican and American cuisines, creating such a delicious blend of cultures! You’ll notice many well known Tex Mex dishes on menus at restaurants such as queso, chili con carne, fajitas, and chimichangas.

Tex-Mex VS Mexican Food

Since Tex Mex a fusion of American and Mexican cuisine, there are definitely similarities in the two, but many of the dishes are made differently in comparison. The most notable difference between Tex Mex and Mexican food is in the ingredients used. For one, the cheese is a huge giveaway! Tex Mex uses yellow cheese, whereas in Mexico, only white cheese is used; so if you see some cheddar cheese on your plate, you know it’s a Tex Mex kind of dish! The other notable difference between the two foods is found in the spices used. Cumin is used almost ALL of the time in Tex Mex, but isn’t as common in Mexican cuisine.

What Can I Use This Seasoning On?

Sprinkle this seasoning over chicken, fish, shrimp, or flank steak, toss it with your veggies before roasting, you can truly use this blend anywhere you see fit! Looking for a specific recipe to use it in? Try my Tex Mex Stuffed Peppers, Tex Mex Potato Salad, or Tex Mex Chilaquiles!

Can’t I Just Use Those Spices Separately?

Of course you could store all those ingredients separately and measure out the ratios each time, but combining them all in a spice jar makes for an easy, convenient seasoning you can reach for without any hassle, and saves you a lot of time in the kitchen!

homemade tex mex seasoning in a bowl with a tiny wooden spoon inside.

Tips

  1. You can use this seasoning as a substitute in any recipe that uses taco, or fajita seasoning, depending on your preference.
  2. Once you’ve made your Tex Mex seasoning, feel free to make adjustments and add more, less, or remove some of the ingredients depending on your preference.
  3. I prefer to store my spice blends in jars, as the screw-top lid keeps them most fresh.
  4. If you’re using a freshly washed container, make sure it’s 100% dry before pouring in the seasoning. I’ll dry my jar with a kitchen towel, then let is sit upside down on a drying rack for 20-30 minutes to be extra sure. If there is moisture present in the container, you risk having the spice mixture spoiled.
  5. Mark the date on the jar that you mixed up your blend to keep better track of its age! You can give it the good ol’ sniff test before using once it gets older to see if it’s still usable.
homemade tex mex seasoning in a bowl with a tiny wooden spoon inside.

Storing

Whatever vessel you choose to store your Tex Mex seasoning in, make sure it’s airtight. Store in a cool, dry, dark place. A pantry or drawer is a perfect.

When properly stored, Tex Mex seasoning will stay fresh for 6 months. Since it’s completely dry, it will never go “bad” or rotten, it’ll simply go a bit stale and lose its potency.

tex mex seasoning in a tiny wooden spoon with a jar full of tex mex spice in the background.

More Great Recipes To Try

  • Tex Mex Stuffed Peppers
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Tex Mex Breakfast Wraps (Freezer Friendly)
  • Cajun Seasoning
  • Tex Mex Potato Salad
  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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tex mex seasoning in a tiny wooden spoon.

Tex Mex Seasoning

4.5 from 10 votes
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 5 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 11
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Spice up your dishes with this homemade Tex Mex Seasoning! Made from a combination of pantry staple spices, you can whip this simple blend up whenever you've got a hankering for a little extra flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoon coriander
  • 2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
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Instructions

  • Combine Spices: Mix the ingredients together in a bowl. Transfer to an airtight container or jar and store in a cool, dry, place for up to 6 months.

Recipe Notes

  1. Once you’ve made your Tex Mex seasoning, feel free to make adjustments and add more, less, or remove some of the ingredients depending on your preference.
  2. I prefer to store my spice blends in jars, as the screw-top lid keeps them most fresh.
  3. If you’re using a freshly washed container, make sure it’s 100% dry before pouring in the seasoning. I’ll dry my jar with a kitchen towel, then let is sit upside down on a drying rack for 20-30 minutes to be extra sure. If there is moisture present in the container, you risk having the spice mixture spoiled.
  4. Mark the date on the jar that you mixed up your blend to keep better track of its age! You can give it the good ol’ sniff test before using once it gets older to see if it’s still usable.
  5. When properly stored, Tex Mex seasoning will stay fresh for 6 months. Since it’s completely dry, it will never go “bad” or rotten, it’ll simply go a bit stale and lose its potency.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 16kcal (1%)Carbohydrates: 3g (1%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Sodium: 662mg (29%)Potassium: 106mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 1099IU (22%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 29mg (3%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Course:Spice
Cuisine:American, Mexican
Keyword:tex mex, tex mex seasoning, tex mex spice blend
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  1. Jennifer Gebhardt says

    December 6, 2021 at 8:12 am

    5 stars
    Has become a standard recipe. Thanks so much. The family loves it!

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  2. Tony says

    January 17, 2021 at 10:31 am

    Add smoked Paprika it really gives a deeper flavor, I also use dried Chipolte too for some heat.

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  3. Baltisraul says

    January 16, 2021 at 12:34 pm

    Ever since Ortega stop selling their large 7oz jar, I could not find a substitute. Now making my own thanks to you!

    Reply

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