5-Minute Homemade Fajita Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
68 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
5-Minute Homemade Fajita Sauce
Description
The 5-Minute Homemade Fajita Sauce includes a mix of fajita seasoning, which features cumin, chili powder, garlic, and herbs, combined with fresh lime juice and a neutral oil to create a balanced, tangy marinade. The addition of water dilutes the mixture slightly for proper consistency, and optional brown sugar allows the sauce to gain a hint of sweetness if desired.
The sauce is prepared simply by whisking or shaking all ingredients together until fully incorporated. It can be used immediately as a marinade to infuse proteins or vegetables with its distinctive blend of savory spices and citrus acidity. Alternatively, simmering the sauce for a few minutes thickens it for use as a condiment or to coat cooked fajita veggies.
This sauce is practical for enhancing the flavor of fajita preparations and can be stored refrigerated for up to three days if not used right away. It complements dishes where a zesty, spiced accompaniment is preferred.
Adjusting the salt or seasoning levels based on your choice of protein or vegetables provides better flavor balance in the final dish. Preparing your own fajita seasoning blend allows customization to taste and freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons fajita seasoning see note
- 4 Tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 4 Tablespoons water
- 2 Tablespoons neutral oil
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, add all of the ingredients and whisk or stir until completely incorporated together. Or, shake them together in a jar until combined.
- Use as a marinade for proteins or fajita veggies. To thicken for a condiment, simmer for 3-4 minutes, or cook with fajita veggies to coat. If not using immediately, store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
- This recipe yields about half a cup of sauce before simmering, suitable for marinades or condiments.
- The fajita seasoning blend combines cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, black pepper, and kosher salt; adjust to taste if using homemade seasoning.
- You may increase salt or seasoning on your proteins or vegetables separately to enhance overall flavor.
- Store unused sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 68 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2TBSP | |
| Calories | 68kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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