This Homemade Fajita Seasoning recipe is really easy to make and has lot of possible uses including making homemade fajitas.
Made with common seasonings, this flavorful blend can make your homemade Mexican inspired meal, dips, or marinades even better.
What you will read about in this recipe.
What is Fajita Seasoning?
Fajita seasoning is a seasoning blend featuring chili powder, cumin, in addition to other common spices and is commonly used in Mexican style recipes such as fajitas.
I like that this seasoning is easily customizable to your needs.
Have you tried my Homemade Ranch Seasoning Recipe?
That Ranch seasoning is a seasoning blend that includes garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Both this recipe for fajita seasoning and that recipe for ranch seasoning are easy recipe ideas that have many uses in recipes.
You can store your homemade fajita seasoning in seasoning container for easy use. You can find a selection of seasoning containers here.
Why we love seasoning for fajitas.
Obviously a top reason for liking this recipe is to use it for making homemade fajitas.
Fajita seasoning can be used for beef, chicken, shrimp, or vegetable fajitas nicely.
Here is what else we like about this recipe.
- Knowing exactly what goes into this seasoning means that there are no questionable ingredients added.
- This seasoning can be easily used to make a homemade dressing or dip.
- Customizing this seasoning is as easy as omitting the salt or adding a bit of cayenne pepper to it.
- Fajita seasoning goes great on top of popcorn, with tacos, or even with French fries.
- This homemade seasoning can be a nice gift idea for someone who enjoys the flavor of Mexican inspired seasonings.
- About everyone can agree on Fajita Seasoning.
Ingredients needed to make fajita seasoning at home.
- Chili Powder. Use a good quality chili powder for best results.
- Cumin Ground cumin adds a savory flavor to this mix.
- Garlic Powder. Use garlic powder and not garlic salt for best results.
- Paprika. For a more smokey flavor, you can use smoked paprika.
- Onion Powder. Again, not onion salt but, onion powder.
- Oregano. Coriander can alternatively be used.
- Salt and Pepper to taste.
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Tips for making the best seasoning for fajitas.
Using fresh ingredients is important to the quality of this recipe. Not just for longevity of your blend but, also for flavor.
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More helpful tips for you.
- Use a bowl that is wide enough but, not too shallow. This will make it easier to whisk or blend your ingredients together
- Add the salt and pepper after the other ingredients so that you can make adjustments as needed.
- Adding a teaspoon or two of cornstarch can help thicken the fajita seasoning when used and help keep your fajita seasoning from caking when stored.
- To turn this into more of a taco seasoning simply add extra chili powder to your blend.
- Or, To make a 'hot' or 'spicy' dip you can add cayenne pepper.
- If you want a sweet balance, add a teaspoon or so of sugar to your blend.
How to make Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Prep Time: 5 minutes .
Servings: makes 5 tablespoons
- In a medium bowl, us a whisk to combined together everything except for the salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients.
- Taste a small amount of the seasoning and add the salt and make adjustments as needed
- Use a funnel to transfer the blended seasoning to your storage container.
Expert Tip 👉 Three tablespoons of this mixture is equivalent to many one ounce store bought packets of fajita seasoning.
How to store homemade seasonings.
This seasoning should be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored in a cool and dry location such as a pantry, this seasoning should keep for up to six months.
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Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ tbsp Chili Powder.
- 1½ tbsp Ground Cumin
- 2 tsp Garlic Powder.
- 1½ tsp Paprika.
- 2 tsp Onion Powder.
- 1½ tsp Oregano.
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, use a whisk to combined together everything except for the salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients.
- Taste a small amount of the seasoning and add the salt and pepper, making adjustments as needed
- Use a funnel to transfer the blended seasoning to your storage container.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition
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How to Make Homemade Fajita Seasoning a simple recipe for seasoning that can be used for fajitas, dips, marinades, and more.
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Jax
Super easy to make and saves time and money!
TheAirFryingDiva
Yes!!
Jake
Glad I found this recipe!
TheAirFryingDiva
Good to hear!!