Homemade Fajita Seasoning

5 from 1 vote

Nothing beats a Homemade Fajita Seasoning and it truly couldn't be easier to create. Add this seasoning mix to fajitas, quesadillas, and more!

Prep Time2

Total Time2

Course: Seasoning

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: tbsp

Author: Chris Collins

Cost: £1.50 / $2

Equipment

Small Pot
Measuring Spoons

Ingredients

2 tsp Paprika (I used smoked, can use regular or half and half)
2 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Oregano
1/2 - 1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper (or more to preference)
1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

Combine all the spices and store in a jar until needed.
To use as a fajita marinade, stir in the juice of 1 lime and 3 tbsp of olive oil. Combine with meat and marinade for at least 30mins.

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Notes

a) How much to use? - This recipe will make 3 tbsp of seasoning, which is great for 500g/1lb of meat. To make this recipe in batch, simply slide the serving amount and the quantities will adjust accordingly.

b) Homemade Fajitas - Check out my Homemade Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas! This seasoning is also great for Chicken Quesadillas!

c) Can I use this mix for tacos? - For all intents and purposes you can, but there are small difference so do check out my Taco Seasoning.

d) Calories - based on 1 tbsp

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