Fajita Seasoning Recipe
This simple recipe uses pantry staples to create a delicious, customizable blend that's bursting with flavor and customized for you. Impress your family and friends with delicious homemade fajitas.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour the spice mix into an airtight container and store it in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Notes
- Cayenne pepper is the primary source of heat in fajita seasoning. For a milder blend, reduce the amount or omit it entirely.
- Using smoked paprika gives the spice mix a deeper flavor than regular paprika.
- Use fresh spices. Dried herbs have the highest potency when less than one year old.
- This mixture is excellent with beef, chicken, or shrimp fajitas.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 51kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Sodium | 655mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 217mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2303IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.