Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe (2024)

The best homemade fajita seasoning recipe that is delicious, packed full of flavor, and preservatives free. This DIY fajita spice mix comes together quickly to create a spicy, flavorful seasoning for chicken, beef, veggies, dips, and more!

Homemade Fajita mix from scratch

If you have ever wanted to make your own fajita seasoning at home, now is the time to do so, get your DIY cap and get mixing this easy peasy spice blend you will love. Honestly, once you learn to make your own spice blend from scratch, you will stop buying store-bought packet seasoning.

I love the total control I have whenever I am making homemade condiments, it is just convenient and I mostly work with what I have on hand. Plus, the flavors are so much more fresh and tasty. So do give this homemade fajita seasoning a try today and let me know what you think!

After you have made today's recipe, you should definitely try out my other simple homemade spice blends. Taco seasoning which is like the cousin of Fajita seasoning, Hello Mexican flavors!! Fish seasoning and Peri-Peri seasoning.

This fajita seasoning recipe is

• Simple
• Quick
• Fast
• Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and keto-friendly
• Preservative-free (no fillers or additives), sugar-free, cornstarch-free, and low in sodium which makes it better than store-bought

What's in fajita seasoning?

My homemade fajita seasoning consists of the following herbs and spices

Chili powder

Ground cumin

Smoked paprika substitute with sweet paprika

Onion granules

Garlic granules

Cayenne pepper for a more heat

Dried oregano

Salt to taste

Tools you'll need

A dry recycled glass jar with an airtight lid

Measuring spoons

How to make homemade fajita seasoning.

This is simple and straightforward, to the dry glass jar, add all the ingredients, cover with an airtight lid and give it a good shake until the spice is well blended.

Store in a dry cupboard and away from direct sunlight

How to use Fajita spice blend

Fajita seasoning is not just for chicken alone, it is great with steak, shrimp, and even vegetables. It can be used as a dry rub or marinade and is simple to use, all you need to do is marinate the meat of choice with the seasoning mix and oil of choice.

You can also add to your favorite dips for an instant boost of flavor, this spice blend will transform, plain yogurt, sour cream, cream cheese, and more.

Use 1 tablespoon of fajita spice mix to 2 pounds of meat or chicken. You can always adjust the seasoning to taste but 1 Tablespoon is a good starting point. See how I used it with chicken in my chicken fajita recipe.

Watch how to make it

Tips

• To be honest, if you have the money, go for organic herbs and spices if possible. Or read the instructions on your normal one to ensure it contains whole spices and no preservatives.

• You can make this fajita seasoning in bulk, it will last you for a longer period of time, store in an airtight container, and keep away from direct sunlight.

• Use a dry spoon when taking out the spice blend from the jar, to avoid contamination.

• Do not pour the spice blend straight over hot or steamy food to extend its shelf life and freshness. Before adding to a hot dish, make sure you measure out the amount you need on a spoon or mixing bowl.

• Omit the salt completely if you desire. Just adjust the other seasonings accordingly.

• If you don't have smoked paprika, use sweet paprika instead, it is not a deal-breaker for this spice blend.

More seasoning blend you can make from scratch

Herbs de Provence

Shawarma seasoning

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