Try this recipe because it is super easy to make yourself! In my seasoning series, you can find the best seasonings for your Mexican and World recipes but one mix was missing. Today this super tasty homemade burrito spice blend is in the spotlight. This mix deserves it. Want to learn how to make this burrito seasoning recipe? Let’s get started!
When seasoning your burrito meat you need some extra because burritos are a whole meal in a tortilla.
The meats, vegetables, and rice rolled into a tortilla. So do not let the main ingredients get lost in the tortilla you need a good seasoning mix. That is what we are making today.
Besides it is way cheaper to make your burrito seasoning recipe because there are not a lot of burrito spice mixes you can buy in the store.
It is very easy to find seasoning for:
You can also make all of these seasoning mixes yourself. But burrito spice mix is not that widely available in a grocery store.
Fortunately, we have the Tortilla Channel and you can find it here.
Want to see how you can make this burrito spice mix yourself? Watch the instruction video with a step by step instructions.
That way you can follow along.
Burrito Seasoning Ingredients
To make this seasoning recipe go into your pantry and get out all of the spices that you have and mix up the following ingredients:
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
How To Make Burrito Seasoning
If you have looked at the other seasoning mixes on the Tortilla Channel you know that it is super easy to make your own spice mix.
The main part is that you have the ingredients available and measure them according to the recipe.
I use these cute nest measuring cups from Joseph Joseph because they are stackable and do not take up a lot of space.
This seasoning recipe calls for a little heat. You can use either Cayenne pepper or hot Chili powder.
Be aware that there is a different Chili powder used in American recipes which is usually a spice mix in itself whereas in Europe Chili powder is a one ingredient hot spice.
So if you have the hot chili powder in your kitchen pantry you can use it else use Cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Put all of the measured spices in a bowl and stir it through. Stir for at least a minute to make certain all of the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
You want to prevent that one tablespoon is spicier than the second tablespoon just because you did not stir it through.
Put the homemade burrito seasoning mix in a mason jar glass jar and store it in a dry dark place like a kitchen cabinet.
How To Use Burrito Spice Blend
To use this seasoning in your recipes start with adding 1 tablespoon of seasoning to your meat, poultry, or pork.
Depending on your taste you can add more. As a rule of thumb, you can add 1 tablespoon per half a pound of meat, pork, or poultry.
How To Store Burrito Seasoning
The best way to store this burrito spice mix is in a glass jar. You can use these super cute small glass spice jars or small plastic food containers.
Store the spice blend in a dry and dark place like your pantry or a kitchen cabinet or pantry for at least 6 months.
Do not store it in direct sunlight, a radiator, or near a stovetop.
When you store spice blends in direct sunlight or heat the seasoning will turn hard and change color.
This affects the shelf life of your seasoning and the taste.
Use This Burrito Seasoning In The Following Burrito Recipes
Obviously, you can use this burrito seasoning mix in your burrito recipes. Here some examples of recipes to use this seasoning mix in:
- Beef burrito – made with a big tortilla and super tasty beef meat burrito
- Shredded chicken burrito – made with the best, slow-cooked chicken, Mexican rice, and beans
- Tempeh meat – this vegan burrito is made with tempeh meat that you can season with this burrito seasoning
- Vegan lentil chili stew burrito – use this seasoning in this great chili lentil stew
- Chicken burrito bowl – no tortillas needed for this burrito bowl recipe
If you want even more take a look at all these seasoning and spice blends recipes!
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Burrito seasoning recipe
The best burrito seasoning recipe to spice up your meals. Easy and cheap to make yourself. All you need is some spices and a glass jar for storage.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1½ tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Take all the ingredients and put them in a bowl
- Stir for at least a minute to thoroughly combine the ingredients
- Store in a glass jar
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Nutrition facts
Calories: 18; Fat: 0.9g; Carbs: 2.9g; Protein: 0.9g;
8 Comments
Lynn
January 24, 2019 at 11:17 pmQuestion on the burrito seasoning. How much of the mixture do you use per pound of hamburger generally?
Mireille
January 25, 2019 at 8:50 amHi Lynn,
I use about 2 tbsp of seasoning per pound of beef. When the meat is cooked I always have a little taste and add if needed.
Diane
September 27, 2019 at 12:49 amHi. How much water if any, do you use with this? Thank you
Mireille
September 27, 2019 at 9:17 pmHi Diane,
When I use this burrito seasoning in my recipes I use between 1/2 cup to 1 cup of water. I usually add seasoning, then 2 tablespoons tomato puree and then water.
Peter
June 30, 2021 at 2:32 amSo how much seasoning does this recipe make, and how much do you use with chicken?
Mireille
June 30, 2021 at 11:10 amPeter,
This recipe makes about 5 tablespoons of burrito seasoning. I use about 1 tablespoon for half a pound of chicken.
Anna
December 4, 2021 at 3:50 amLoved this recipe. Similar to our local burrito restaurant! I followed the comments above to add 1/2 cup water and 2tsp tomato paste. Also seasoned with a little lime juice and it was delicious. Thanks so much now I can enjoy burritos at home!
Mireille
December 4, 2021 at 9:47 amAnna,
So nice to read you like my burrito seasoning and are now able to enjoy burritos as home!