Fajita Seasoning Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Calories
38 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Description
The Fajita Seasoning Recipe combines common spices like chili powder and smoked paprika with aromatics such as garlic powder and onion powder and a touch of ground cumin. Optional sugar can balance the spice and acidity, while cayenne pepper adds heat. This blend creates a versatile seasoning suitable for marinating or sprinkling on meats, vegetables, or rice to impart a characteristic fajita flavor.
Mixing and storing in an airtight container extends the seasoning's shelf life up to six months if kept in a cool, dry, and dark place. Doubling or increasing the batch size ensures the seasoning is always ready, reducing prep time for multiple meals.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sugar , optional
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container for up to six months.
Notes
- Make larger batches by doubling or tripling this blend to have seasoning on hand.
- Store in an airtight container away from light and moisture to preserve freshness for up to six months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 38 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 38kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2396mg | 100% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2379IU | 48% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.