Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
11 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Description
The Homemade Fajita Seasoning combines a mix of classic spices including chili powder, cayenne pepper for heat (adjustable), paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, optional brown sugar for subtle sweetness, cumin, and ground black pepper. These ingredients are mixed evenly to produce a seasoning blend that adds depth and vibrant flavor to meat.
This spice mixture is intended as a rub for steak, chicken, or shrimp, providing a smoky, spicy, and herbaceous flavor profile typical of fajita dishes. The balance of heat from cayenne and warmth from cumin and paprika creates a lively, savory taste.
Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of this fajita seasoning per pound of meat for optimal seasoning. The blend can be stored in a sealed container for later use, making it convenient for repeated fajita preparations.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder use 1/2 teaspoon for less spicy
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar (optional - or use white sugar)
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Mix to combine.
- Use as a rub for steak, chicken or shrimp fajitas.
Notes
- This recipe yields slightly less than a quarter cup of seasoning blend.
- Apply 1 to 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat when making fajitas.
- Store unused seasoning in a sealed container to maintain freshness for future use.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spiciness based on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 11 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 11kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 455IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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