The (admittedly confusing) term Tex Mex refers to a unique style of cooking that emerged in Texas as native Tejano cooking methods blended over time with Mexican, Spanish, and European flavors. Our Low FODMAP Tex Mex Seasoning lets you cook with these exciting flavors, without the digestive upset.
Taco Seasoning vs. Tex Mex
One key difference between this blend and our Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning is the addition of warm aromatics, like ground cinnamon and cloves. It can be used for similar purposes as the taco seasoning, and again, as with many of our other seasoning blends, low FODMAP garlic and onion powder will be essential ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Conventional garlic and onion powders are made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves or onion and are high FODMAP foods. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic and onion powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic and Onion Replacers and Fodmazing Garlic or Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod products have been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic or onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic or onion powders.
Ancho chiles are dried poblano peppers, very commonly used in southwestern and Mexican cuisine. They are not very spicy, and in fact are considered sweet and mild by chile lovers. They rate about 1,000 to 2,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. Jalapeños, by comparison, are typically much hotter, rating of 2,000 to 8,000 SHU.
Monash University has lab tested ancho chiles and they have a low FODMAP serving size of 17 g, which is about 1 chile. This recipe uses ground ancho powder; you can still use the weight to assess FODMAP load.
Low FODMAP Seasoning Blend Basics
Please refer to our article, How To Make Low FODMAP Seasoning Blends, for info on purchasing spices, storage and discussions on whole spices vs. pre-ground, the best tools for grinding your own, measuring, etc.
FODMAP Information
All recipes are based upon Monash University & FODMAP Friendly science at time of initial publication.
- Ancho Chile: Monash University has lab tested ancho chiles and they have a low FODMAP serving size of 17 g, which is about one average chile.
- Low FODMAP Garlic Powder: Conventional garlic powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic Replacer and Fodmazing Garlic Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic powder.
- Low FODMAP Onion Powder: Conventional onion powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, onion and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP onion powders on the market: FreeFod Onion Replacer and Fodmazing Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional onion powder.
- Paprika: Monash University has lab tested paprika and it is low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (2g) portion. Smoked paprika is low FODMAP as well.
- Spices: Many fresh and dried spice have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in a spice that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
Please always refer to the Monash University & FODMAP Friendly smartphone apps for the most up-to-date lab tested information. Foods will be retested from time to time; in the case of raw ingredients, such as fruits and vegetables, results may vary. All lab tested results are valid and represent a snapshot in time. As always, your tolerance is what counts; please eat accordingly. The ultimate goal of the low FODMAP diet is to eat as broadly as possible, without triggering symptoms, for the healthiest microbiome.
Flavor For Your FODMAP Cooking
Check out all of our other low FODMAP seasonings, all very easy to make.
- Low FODMAP Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Cajun Spice Blend
- Low FODMAP Italian Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Ethiopian Berbere Spice
- Low FODMAP Sweet BBQ Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Smoky BBQ Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Moroccan Ras-el-Hanout Spice
- Low FODMAP Mediterranean Za’atar
- Low FODMAP Salt-Free Herb Mix
- Low FODMAP Ranch Dry Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Steak Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Garam Masala
- Low FODMAP Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Cumin Allspice Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Sweet & Spicy Dry Rub
Low FODMAP Tex Mex Seasoning
The (admittedly confusing) term Tex Mex refers to a unique style of cooking that emerged in Texas as native Tejano cooking methods blended over time with Mexican, Spanish, and European flavors. Our Low FODMAP Tex Mex Seasoning lets you cook with these exciting flavors, without the digestive upset.
Low FODMAP Serving Size Info: Makes about ½ cup (96 g); 24 servings; 1 teaspoon per serving
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon table salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin seed
- 1 teaspoon low FODMAP garlic powder like FreeFod or Fodmazing
- 1 teaspoon low FODMAP onion powder like FreeFod or Fodmazing
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Preparation:
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In a small mixing bowl, stir together all of the ingredients until well combined.
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Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark location. Use within 6 months, for best flavor.
Notes:
FODMAP Information
All recipes are based upon Monash University & FODMAP Friendly science at time of initial publication.
• Ancho Chile: Monash University has lab tested ancho chiles and they have a low FODMAP serving size of 17 g, which is about one average chile.
• Low FODMAP Garlic Powder: Conventional garlic powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic Replacer and Fodmazing Garlic Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic powder.
• Low FODMAP Onion Powder: Conventional onion powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, onion and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP onion powders on the market: FreeFod Onion Replacer and Fodmazing Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional onion powder.
• Paprika: Monash University has lab tested paprika and it is low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (2g) portion. Smoked paprika is low FODMAP as well.
• Spices: Many fresh and dried spice have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in a spice that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
Please always refer to the Monash University & FODMAP Friendly smartphone apps for the most up-to-date lab tested information. Foods will be retested from time to time; in the case of raw ingredients, such as fruits and vegetables, results may vary. All lab tested results are valid and represent a snapshot in time. As always, your tolerance is what counts; please eat accordingly. The ultimate goal of the low FODMAP diet is to eat as broadly as possible, without triggering symptoms, for the healthiest microbiome.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more. For a more detailed explanation, please read our article Understanding The Nutrition Panel Within Our Recipes.
