Copycat Taco Bell Taco Sauce Dry Mix Recipe (Mild, Medium, Hot)

Ingredients

• 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 ½ teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon minced dried onion
• 2 tablespoons dried minced jalapeño (or 1 tablespoon jalapeño powder)
• ⅛ teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, for smooth texture)
• 1 batch dry mix
• 1 6 oz can tomato paste
• 3 cups water
• 2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar (optional)
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for extra tang)