This homemade ground beef seasonings recipe is the perfect way to elevate your package of ground beef. A good seasoning blend is the key to making ground beef taste better and is great to use to make the perfect burger, meatballs, and more. In this post we’ll show you how to make a simple mix of a few basic spices to add flavor to your beef.

 

A pound of ground beef can be used to make so many great meals like tacos, chili, hamburgers, casseroles, pasta dishes, and so much more.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Cost – Making your own seasoning mixes at home is very budget friendly. It can be cheaper than buying individual packets at the store.
• No additives – Making this homemade leaves out all of the additives, fillers, preservatives, and more.
• Customization – You have control of the amount of seasonings and what goes in the mix.
• Versatile – This is an all purpose seasoning that can be used for ground beef, ground bison, ground pork, ground turkey, vegetables, and more.

Ingredients needed

This ground beef spice mix uses just a few simple ingredients and can easily be adjusted to taste.

• Salt
• Ground black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Paprika
• Ground cumin
• Optional – Red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, chili powder
• Ground beef

How to make ground beef seasonings

This seasoning recipe makes enough for one pound of ground beef.

Step one: Place all of the seasonings into a bowl. Stir to combine them.

Step two: Place ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the beef while cooking.

Step three: Once the ground beef has cooked through, I like to drain off any excess grease. Pour the seasoning mix on the beef and stir to fully combine.

Step four: Serve while warm or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe tips

• You don’t have to drain the grease. If you prefer your ground beef to have a little extra moisture, you can leave the grease or add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
• If you do drain off the grease, make sure to add the seasonings after you drain the grease.
• Try doubling the recipe to have some for later.
• If you like your seasonings a little spicer, add a pinch of red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or chili powder.

How to use seasoned ground beef

There are countless ways to use this seasoned beef.

• Use it to add protein to a salad.
• Place it on top of crispy tater tots to make totchos, or chips for nachos.
• Mix it in with your favorite marinara sauce for spaghetti.
• Use the seasoned beef for sloppy joes or tacos.

Storing

Seasonings – I like to double or even triple this recipe so I have it on hand. Store any leftovers in a jar or airtight container in a cool dry place. The seasoning should last for up to 6 months.

Seasoned Beef – If you have any leftover beef, let it cool and then store in an airtight container for 3-4 days. I like making a batch of the ground beef and keep it on hand for fast meals through the week.

More homemade seasonings

If you enjoy making homemade spice mixes at home, be sure to check out these recipes.

• Meatloaf seasonings
• Hamburger seasoning
• Chicken taco seasoning
• Chili seasoning
• Sloppy Joe seasoning mix
• Jamaican jerk seasoning

Let me know if you made this all-purpose ground beef seasoning in the comments.