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This fajita seasoning is the perfect homemade blend to spice up any dish to serve on a fajita. The combination of spices are out of this world AMAZING!
Try my homemade taco seasoning too for more types of seasonings for your next meal.
Fajita Seasoning
This is it! This is the seasoning that will enhance, elevate and take your fajitas to the next level. Homemade Fajita seasoning is just what I love when adding a little spice with amazing flavors to any dish. It is flavorful and full of deliciousness in every bite. I knew this was just the seasoning that I needed to make for all my dishes that spark fajita in the recipe and then some. This homemade seasoning can go on just about any dish that is Mexican style or add a hint of seasoning on a salad. The options are endless with this seasoning.
Homemade seasoning is simple and blends together quickly. Simply add in all the ingredients to one bowl and watch the colors turn to an earthy, colorful hue that smell delicious. It is a simple recipe that comes together in less than 5 minutes but adds SO much flavor and color all your fajita recipes. It is one of the best seasons that you will be using time and time again with each recipe. This is a quick and simple homemade seasoning recipe that will take fajitas to the next level!
Fajita Seasoning Ingredients:
All together these spices make the perfect combination and just what a fajita is needing to spice up, sweeten up and enhance every bite. I can’t get enough of how easy it is to mix together and keep on hand for months to come when using. Just double the recipe and add a tablespoon here and there when needed. It is one of the best, most flavorful seasonings out there.
- Chili Powder: A pop of spice is always good when enjoying a fajita.
- Paprika: Red is the color and it is flavorful with a hint of sweetness mixed with some heat.
- Cumin: Earthy flavoring that blends well with paprika.
- Garlic Powder: You can never have enough garlic.
- Onion Powder: Bring in some onion flavoring to enhance this flavoring.
- Dried Oregano: Texture is key with oregano and fun to add in this homemade seasoning.
- Salt: Just a pinch to balance it out.
- Sugar: Add a little sweetness to the seasoning.
- Cayenne Pepper: A little more spice to help add to the seasoning.
How to Make Fajita Seasoning:
- Combine all ingredients together: In a small together combine the ingredients. Use as needed, about 2 Tablespoons per recipe.
How Long Does Fajita Seasoning Last?
This is SO great! Fajita seasoning will last up to 6 months stored in a dry place. Keep your homemade seasoning in a cool, dry place and in an air tight container. Be set for life with this seasoning recipe. Add to every fajita recipe and get ready for a party in your mouth!
How to Store Seasoning:
I always store in a cool dry area in the pantry or a shelf in the kitchen that does not get too warm. This will help keep it fresh longer. A jar or OXO container can help to store it. Even double or triple this homemade seasoning to keep on hand and always ready when making fajitas.
What to Serve Fajita Seasoning on:
- Amazing Steak Fajitas
- Sheet Pan Salsa Verde Chicken Fajitas
- 20 Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas
- Sheet Pan Garlic Lime Salmon Fajitas
- Grilled Steak Fajita Skewers with Avocado Chimichurri
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Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small together combine the ingredients. Use as needed, about 2 Tablespoons per recipe.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Lovely seasoning mix. I made tonight and hubby loved it. I omitted the sugar and cut salt in half. Just as good. And, no msg as in many of the prepackaged season mixes. Thank you!
Love it. Use this recipe all the time.
I made this recipe but made it just as good and more healthy. Many people should NOT have much salt or sugar in their diet. I omitted the sugar and Salt. Tastes just as good (!I made both to check).
It cuts the sodium and fat, though it was not much to begin with, really no need to add fat or sodium. I used it on Veggies Fajitas, meatless, and served in fresh homemade corn tortillas, it was outstanding.
I know most people have way to much sugar, salt and yes, meat in their diets and eventually find themselves with heart and artery problems. This is a great way to enjoy fajitas without worrying.
I absolutely loved your seasoning mix! So much better than the packaged mixes! My husband raved how good my fajitas tasted! Will always go by your recipe!
Hi,
Thanks for your recipe.
What’s the difference between chili powder and cayenne?
Cayenne is MUCH hotter than chili powder!
Cayenne is just ground, dried cayenne peppers. Chili powder is mixture of spices. Be sure to read the label to know what is in your chili powder. Or make your own, even better.
I just ran across your recipe and it sounds wonderful. I have a question and a comment.
Would you recommend regular paprika or smoked paprika?
Most fajita seasonings I have seen have a bit of citrus in them.
As luck would have it I have a box of little envelopes of lime juice powder.
I think this will be perfect to add as it is a dry ingredient and will not affect storage of this recipe.
I used regular paprika but you could use smoked. It would bring a different flavor to the seasoning. I have never tried adding in lime juice powder. Let me know how it turns out!
I loved the recipe but thought it needed a bit of lime so I squeezed the juice from one into it. I also added some water to really get the spices distributed on the chicken. I will make this again.
Found this recipe and it’s my go to when cooking. I would absolutely recommend.
Beyond fantastic! My entire family loved it including my very picky pre-teen! Not too spicy either. The perfect blend! I’ll definitely be using this recipe again!
I know the recipe is a winner when kids and teenagers love it! Thanks for trying it!
Perfect balance. This is a keeper! Thank you!
My husband can’t eat garlic, so much of our seasonings are from scratch. When I’m making chicken fajitas with 2 tbls. Of fajita meaning do I also add water?
You do not need to add water.
I love your recipes. I wish I could give more than 5 stars ⭐️
I love making food from scratch. I’ve tried many recipes but your recipe was exactly what I was looking for!!
I will never buy pages from the store.
Thank you for sharing.
Went to make fajitas & didn’t have the packaged mix, found your site, I tried your recipe, I will never go back to store bought again. I love being able to control the amount of salt in my seasonings, & for my husband, when he likes things spicier, he can always just add more to his.
Great recipe, definately a keeper.
Great recipe! Great storage idea. My grocery was out of the package stuff. Thanks
Love all your recipes,thanks for sharing
great knowing what’s in this fajita spices, have guessed a few ingredients, but even then, not in the correct ratios, so thank you!