General Description
Premium Taco Seasoning is a smooth and mild blend of traditional chili powder, Mexican oregano and smoky cumin for tantalizing aroma and flavor plus diced onions for added appeal. Paired up with beef, chicken or turkey, Foothill Farms® Premium Taco Seasoning makes any crowd go loco. Mix versatility makes Enchilada Sauce also. And it has 25% less sodium than our previous #V411-35190 Premium Taco Seasoning Mix.

Ingredients
Dehydrated Onion, Paprika, Spices, Salt (includes Sea Salt), Modified Food Starch, Dehydrated Garlic, Citric Acid, Paprika Extract, Less Than 2% Silicon Dioxide (Anticaking).

Directions For Use
Taco Meat (Convection Oven): Brown 10 lbs. ground beef (can substitute chicken, pork, turkey) and drain excess fat; or use 8 lbs. precooked beef crumbles. Combine 1 ½ qts hot water (180°F) and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning in full-size steam table pan. Mix well. Add cooked meat and mix thoroughly. Cover and bake in 400°F convection oven for 15-20 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Mix prior to serving.
Yield: 9.9 lbs.
Makes: 53 3-oz servings
Taco Meat (Conventional Oven): Follow directions above. Adjust oven time as need. Bake in 400°F oven for approximately 25-30 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Mix prior to serving.
Yield: 9.9 lbs.
Makes: 53 3-oz servings
Taco Meat (Stovetop): In a large pot, brown 10 lbs. ground beef (can substitute chicken, pork, turkey) and drain excess fat; or use 8 lbs. precooked beef crumbles. Add 1 ½ quarts of water and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning. Mix thoroughly. Bring to a boil stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes stirring occasionally. Seasoned meat should reach a temperature of 180°F before removing from heat.
Yield: 9.9 lbs.
Makes: 53 3-oz servings
Taco Seasoning ratio to Meat and Water:
1 lb ground beef or .8 lb precooked beef crumbles to 2 1/2 Tbsp Seasoning and 2/3 c water
Enchilada Sauce (Convection Oven): Combine 5 quarts water, ½ #10 can (1 ½ qts) tomato paste and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning in a full-size steam table pan. Mix thoroughly. Add thickener (1 cup all purpose flour dissolved in 2 cups of cool water) and mix thoroughly. Cover with lid (do not use foil) and bake in 400°F convection oven for 30-45 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Stir halfway through.
Yield: 1 ¾ gal
Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings
Enchilada Sauce (Conventional Oven): Follow directions above. Adjust oven time as needed. Bake in 400°F oven for approximately 45-60 minutes; or until product reaches 180°F. Stir halfway through.
Yield: 1 ¾ gal
Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings
Enchilada Sauce (Stovetop): In large stockpot, combine 5 quarts water, ½ #10 can (1 ½ qts) tomato paste and 9 oz (approximately 2 loosely-packed, level cups) Taco Seasoning. Mix thoroughly and bring to a boil. Slowly stir in thickener (1 cup all purpose flour dissolved in 2 cups of cool water). Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Yield: 1 ¾ gal
Makes: 112 1/4-c prepared servings

Yield/Portion
Number of 3 oz prepared servings of taco filling per case: About 472
Number of 2 oz m/ma prep. servings of taco filling per case: About 523 (2.7 oz)
Number of 1/4 c prepared servings of sauce per case: About 1,000

Product Specifications

Packaging Details

Storage Information
Prior to reconstitution, this product will be stable for up to one year when stored unopened in a cool, dry place.

Allergen Information
None-Based on FDA FALCPA

Nutrition Information