Homemade fajita seasoning recipe is the perfect way to elevate Mexican-inspired recipes. It combines the perfect blend of spices to create a flavorful seasoning that is way better than the store-bought mixes.
With a handful of pantry staples like paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. This homemade seasoning blend can be whipped up in minutes. And is ready to add a burst of Tex-Mex to your favorite dishes.
I find making homemade seasoning blends not only cost-effective but it also allows me to control the ingredients. That way I'm not adding in any unnecessary additives or preservatives. It also allows me to make as little or as much as I need or want.
This simple recipe only takes a few minutes to blend together and can easily be stored for later use. As long as it's kept in an airtight container in a cool dry place such as a spice cabinet, it will last up to 6-12 months.
Why You Will Love This Homemade Blend
I enjoy making my own seasoning blends whenever I can and this fajita seasoning mix is one of my favorites to whip up. It's a versatile mix that can be used in a variety of recipes.
Like to season meat for homemade steak or chicken fajitas, as a marinade for chicken breast, dry rub for grilled meats, on roasted vegetables, or even sprinkle some on scrambled eggs.
Mix some with sour cream and fresh lime juice to use as a dip or as a creamy dressing on a fajita salad. The list of possibilities is endless.
Creating your own seasoning mixes at home allows you to control the ingredients, unlike those seasoning packets at the grocery store. Which is perfect for those of us who have dietary restrictions.
You can increase or decrease the amount of any of the seasonings to fit your taste preference. This homemade fajita seasoning mix is sure to add vibrant flavors to any recipe.
How To Make Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Are you ready to mix some of this homemade seasoning blend together? Let's first start with the ingredients that are needed and what they do for this seasoning blend.
- Chilli Powder brings in a little bit of heat, depth, color, and aroma.
- Smoked Paprika gives the fajita seasoning that vibrant color while also adding a smokey flavor and aroma. Regular paprika is fine to use as a replacement for the smoked.
- Dried Oregano complements the chili powder and paprika with its earthy herbal flavor.
- Onion Powder adds a concentrated onion flavor to the seasoning mix. That balances the other spices together.
- Garlic Powder also helps to balance the other spices together while contributing flavor and aroma.
- Kosher Salt enhances all the flavors from the other spices. It works at drawing out any moisture in meats and vegetables. Which improves the overall texture and creates a nice sear on the seasoned meats or veggies when cooked.
- Black Pepper adds a mild heat to the seasoning and also enhances the overall flavor of the mix.
- Red Pepper Flakes brings a little kick of heat while adding more smokey flavor to the seasoning blend. You could use cayenne pepper as a replacement for the flakes if you like.
In a small bowl add in all the seasoning, then blend them all together. Store in an airtight container or glass jar in a cool dark place. This will last anywhere from 6 months to a year if stored properly.
If you want to make a big batch of this blend simply double the amounts in the recipe card.
Ways To Use This Homemade Blend
There are many ways to use this homemade seasoning blend. It's perfect for making steak fajitas, as a marinade for chicken fajitas, or as a spice rub on grilled meats for quesadillas. Sprinkle on roasted vegetables like red onion, bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
It's a great way to enhance your breakfast eggs by sprinkling a little on scrambled eggs or on top of avocado toast. Make that evening snack a little Tex-Mex by seasoning popcorn, chips, or roasted nuts with this homemade fajita seasoning. The possibilities are endless with this simple ingredient spice blend.
Answering All The Questions
The first question you might be wondering is what is the difference between taco seasoning and fajita seasoning? We do have a mild taco seasoning recipe but it is slightly different than the fajita.
For the fajita mix, we use smoked paprika. There is also less smoked paprika and garlic powder used in this blend than in the taco seasoning recipe. There is also more salt used in the fajita than in the taco seasoning. Since they are pretty similar they can be used in replacement of each other in any tex-Mex dishes.
I would recommend 1 to 2 tablespoons of the homemade seasoning mix per pound of meat or vegetables.
It can have a mild spiciness to it from the chili powder, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. This is one of the benefits of making your own versus the store-bought versions. You can control the spice level by adding more or less of the chili powder in the blend.
Yes, this homemade fajita seasoning can be salt-free by leaving it out.
It's best to store any homemade seasoning blends in an airtight jar in a cool dark place. Like a pantry or spice cupboard to help preserve the flavor longer.
More Homemade Seasoning Blends
If you enjoy making your own homemade seasoning blends with fresh spices. Then you may want to take a look at these easy to make homemade blends.
Easy Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Easy homemade fajita seasoning is an easy recipe that is sure to bring the perfect amount of spice to any recipe. Skip the store-bought fajita seasonings and make your very own homemade blend.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
- 4 Teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 2 Teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
- 2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
- ½ Teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
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In a small mixing bowl whisk all the seasoning together.
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Pour blended seasoning into an airtight container and store in a dry cool place.
Zoe
Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe.