Hot & Spicy Taco Seasoning (1 oz)

Turn Up the Heat on Taco Night! 🔥

Bring the sizzle of Mexican street food to your kitchen with La Preferida Hot Taco Seasoning. Made for spice lovers, this hot & spicy taco seasoning mix blends garlic, onion, and traditional spices with kick of heat that instantly turns up your weeknight meal.  

Designed to deliver crave-worthy flavor fast—no complicated prep, just big payoff. Whether you’re making classic tacos or adding a spicy edge to meats, dips, or veggies, this picante seasoning turns everyday meals into something you actually look forward to.

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Ingredients: Spices, maltodextrin, salt, corn starch, garlic powder, onion powder, hydrolyzed vegetable protein (soy).
Contains less than 2% of: natural flavors, yeast extract, caramel color, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate.

Contains soy.
May contain: wheat, milk, egg, sesame.

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Why You’ll Love Our Spicy Taco Seasoning

🔥 Heat that actually delivers
Adds noticeable heat and savory Mexican-inspired flavor to your favorite dishes.

🔥 Made for spice lovers
A bold blend of garlic, onion, and classic spices designed for those who like their tacos with attitude.

🔥 Easy, no-guesswork packet
Perfectly portioned seasoning makes it simple to get consistent results every time.

🔥 More than just tacos
Great on grilled meats, roasted veggies, dips, snacks, and anything that needs a spicy boost.

🔥 Vegetarian-Friendly
Pair with beans, lentils, tofu, or plant-based proteins for spicy meatless tacos and meals.

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Ways to Use Taco Seasoning (Beyond Just Tacos)

• Grilled Meats: Use as a dry rub for chicken, steak, or fish before grilling or baking.

• Enhance Dips: Stir into queso, hummus, or yogurt for a spicy boost.

• Bold Baked Flavor: Mix into breadcrumbs or batter for an extra layer of heat.

• Snack Upgrade: Sprinkle over popcorn or mac & cheese for a fiery twist.

• Salad Dressing: Combine with olive oil, vinegar, and a squeeze of lime for a spicy dressing.

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Easy Spicy Beef Tacos 🌮

Makes 10–12 tacos

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 packet La Preferida Hot & Spicy Taco Seasoning

• ½ cup water

• 1 package La Preferida Taco Shells

Optional toppings:
Shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, sour cream, La Preferida Pico de Gallo

Instructions

Prepare the meat:
Brown and crumble ground beef; drain excess fat. Stir in seasoning and water.

Cook:
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assemble tacos:
Spoon filling into prepared taco shells and top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and onions. Add sour cream and salsa if desired.

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Recipes Using Hot Taco Seasoning 

• 🥩 Taco Seasoning Steak Rub: Boldly seasoned steak with heat

• 🍠 Sweet Potato Empanadas (Vegetarian): Crispy empanadas with savory filling

• 🫘 Mexican Layered Bean Dip: Classic layered dip for sharing

• 🌽 Grilled Street Corn (Elotes): Charred corn with bold seasoning

• 🍗 Chicken Wings, Two Ways: Crispy wings with big flavor