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    AIP Taco Seasoning (Nightshade-Free, Paleo, Whole30)

    Published: Mar 15, 2021. Modified: Mar 8, 2022 by Arika | FoodCourage·This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. · Leave a Comment

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    If you've been missing tacos and looking for a good AIP taco seasoning, this recipe is for you! I've noticed some other homemade nightshade-free taco seasonings out there that have a lot of ingredients and some of them are hard to find. Plus, many of them just aren't taco-y enough. To be fair, coming up with a taco seasoning recipe without nightshade or seed-based spices is really hard!

    I wanted to come up with something that uses common ingredients and not too many ingredients in general. Most importantly, I wanted something that tastes at least close to taco seasoning.

    This stuff is bursting with flavor. As with most of my recipes, I had my kids try it and got their seal of approval. I mixed the seasoning up with some ground beef and they scarfed it down, then asked for more. 

    **Just a quick heads up- this post contains affiliate links which means if you click on them and buy something,  I will earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you) to help continue maintaining this site. 

    What Spices Are Not Allowed on AIP?

    Taco seasoning is a tricky item when it comes to AIP because many of the key spices typically used are not compliant. Nightshade and seed-based spices are not allowed on AIP.

    Some non-compliant seasonings and spices include:

    • Allspice
    • Anise Seed
    • Annatto Seed
    • Caraway
    • Cardamom
    • Cayenne
    • Celery Seed
    • Chili Pepper Flakes
    • Chili Powder
    • Chipotle Powder
    • Coriander Seed
    • Cumin Seed
    • Curry Powder
    • Dill Seed
    • FennelSeed
    • Fenugreek
    • Garam Masala
    • Mustard
    • Nutmeg
    • Paprika
    • Pepper
    • Poppy Seed
    • Sumac

    For a printable PDF of "yes" and "no" AIP foods, including spices, go here.

    nightshade free taco seasoning

    AIP Taco Seasoning Ingredients

    • Dried Marjoram

    I don't use marjoram for a lot of things but it was one herb I hadn't tried in a taco seasoning yet. It turned out to be perfect for this blend. 

    • Dried Cilantro

    Cilantro isn't the first thing I think of when it comes to taco seasoning, but it just works in this blend.

    • Garlic Powder

    Garlic powder is in most taco seasonings so I used it here making sure not to overdo it though. 

    • Onion Powder

    As with the garlic powder, this needs to be included in the blend but in just the right amount. I didn't want it to overpower the seasoning mix. 

    • Turmeric Powder

    Turmeric brings warmth to this blend in the absence of nightshades and gives it an orangish tint like real taco seasoning. 

    • Pink Himalayan Sea Salt

    I use pink Himalayan sea salt but any kind is fine. Just make sure it's fine grain.

    Tip: For a more even-textured spice blend, you can put this mixture in a spice grinder and pulse it a few times.

    aip paleo taco seasoning

    Storage

    Store this in seasoning in an airtight container at room temp. I like to use small mason jars. 

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    Conclusion:

    I hope you love this recipe. If you tried it, please leave a comment and let me know what you thought!

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    AIP Taco Seasoning (Nightshade-Free, Paleo, Whole30)

    Arika | FoodCourage
    This AIP taco seasoning uses just 6 simple ingredients and tastes pretty taco-y for not using any nightshades or seed spices. The amount of taco seasoning produced by this recipe is enough for about 2 pounds of ground beef.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course seasoning
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 24 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tsp dried marjoram
    • 1 tsp dried cilantro
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Combine spices in a small bowl and use in recipes as needed.

    Notes

    *The amount of seasoning in this recipe is enough for roughly 2 pounds of ground beef or turkey. 
    -Optional- Put the seasoning mix into a spice grinder and pulse a few times for a more uniform texture. 
    Store in an airtight container like a mason jar at room temperature. 

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    AIP Taco Seasoning (Nightshade-Free, Paleo, Whole30)
    Serving Size
     
    2 tbsp
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    24
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    2330
    mg
    101
    %
    Potassium
     
    112
    mg
    3
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    5
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    14
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    2
    mg
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    18
    mg
    2
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword aip taco seasoing, diy taco seasoning, nightshade free taco seasoning, taco meat, taco mix, taco seasoning, taco spice mix
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