Fajita seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Total Time
1 min
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
23 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Fajita seasoning
Description
Fajita seasoning is a versatile spice blend used to flavor grilled meats and vegetables, especially in Mexican cooking. This particular recipe features garlic powder and onion granules for savory depth, paprika and cayenne pepper for heat and smokiness, and cumin along with dried oregano and chili flakes for an aromatic and slightly earthy profile. Mixing these spices together creates a dry rub that enhances the taste of chicken, beef, or vegetables when cooked.
The recipe calls for measuring and mixing all spices thoroughly, ensuring each bite has a consistent flavor impact. You can adjust the cayenne and chili flakes to control spiciness. Given the nature of dry spices, this mixture can be stored and used over time. It provides an easy way to add authentic fajita flavor without needing fresh ingredients each time.
This seasoning works well sprinkled on meats before grilling or sautéing, adding both color and a pleasant aroma. It is ideal for making fajitas, tacos, or other dishes where a smoky, slightly spicy seasoning blend is desired.
Variations include adding cocoa powder or chipotle for different smoky notes. Dried oregano can be replaced with parsley for a milder herbal note. Quantities can be doubled or tripled to make larger batches for convenience.
Ingredients
- 0.5 tablespoon garlic powder
- 0.5 tablespoon onion granules
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 0.5 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- 0.5 tablespoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl.
- Mix well so that everything is combined.
Notes
- Use fresh spices to maintain strong flavors and avoid diminished taste from old, stale ingredients.
- For richer complexity, add about half a teaspoon of cocoa powder to the blend.
- Replace cayenne pepper with chipotle powder to introduce a smoky chili flavor.
- This seasoning recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to prepare larger quantities.
- Dried oregano may be substituted with dried parsley if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 23 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 23kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 127mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1470IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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