Mexican Seasoning and Enchilada Sauce from Scratch Posted on August 2nd, 2010
A couple of years ago I started making my own mix for Mexican seasoning and now that we are eating gluten free (GF) I am so thankful that I have this recipe. Wheat flour is one of the first ingredients in taco seasoning packages. So here is my gluten free version. It can easily be made “normal” with regular flour if you prefer.
GF Mexican Seasoning
1/2 cup Gluten Free flour mix
4 T chili powder
1/2 cup onion powder
4 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp salt or less
8 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
4 tsp sugar
4 tsp cumin
2 tsp oregano
Mix together and store in jar. Label the jar so you don’t forget what is in it and so others will know what it is. Label the jar GF Mexican Seasoning – use 3 T. with each lb of meat.
You could stir in a little water after adding the seasoning if you want.
GF Enchilada Sauce
6 oz can tomato paste
3 cups water
2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cornstarch or tapioca starch
2 tsp white vinegar
2 tsp onion powder
In saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Heat the sauce to boiling over medium heat while constantly stirring. Continue to boil and stir for another 2 to 4 minutes until it thickens.
Remove from heat and cool. Can be stored in jar with an airtight lid in refrigerator for 2 to 3 months. Can be used as enchilada sauce or hot sauce on tacos.
You can adjust the hotness by decreasing or increasing the cayenne pepper.
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:40 pm
This is soooo awesome! I have been using your recipe for the mexican season for atleast a yr now. I am printing this out right now. Can not wait to try the enchilada sauce. We have gone casein free too. My youngest child has Autism and this diet has made lovely improvements in his ablitiy to be calmer and more alert. I pray this homeschool year he is able to learn with greater peace and ablitiy to focus. Thank you so much for your help here. God’s Beautiful face turn to give Blessings on you. Angelia
August 5th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
How lovely! My mother and I make our own season salt that is very yummy, so this would fit in perfectly when we make tacos! Mmmmmm…
Thanks for sharing!
Blessings,
Miss Antoinette
September 1st, 2010 at 7:48 pm
I started using McCormicks brand seasoning because it used potato flour instead of wheat or corn, but my last baby is allergic to potato!! I have been putting a little of this and that in our taco meat. I am looking forward to trying your recipe :)
November 7th, 2010 at 4:34 pm
I made up some of the taco seasoning for lunch today. It was very delicious. Thanks, Robin! :)