Our Mexican Fajita seasoning mix is a blend of spices that is used to flavor beef, chicken, or vegetables that are grilled or cooked on a griddle. It's delicious in fajitas, tacos, burritos, and other Mexican cuisine.
Why You Will Love Mexican Fajita Seasoning
There are many reasons to make your own fajita seasoning mix. It's much cheaper than buying store-bought seasoning. You can also control the ingredients and make it's heat unique to you.
If you need salt free seasoning blends, you can omit the salt also!
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- Why You Will Love Mexican Fajita Seasoning
- Ingredients For Mexican Fajita Seasoning
- How to Make Homemade Fajita Seasoning
- Using Homemade Mexican Fajita Seasoning
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storing Homemade Fajita Mix
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Ingredients For Mexican Fajita Seasoning
Use this homemade fajita seasoning to make the best fajitas ever. The vibrant spice flavors are perfect for our Chili's Steak Fajitas, and so many other Mexican flavored foods!
- Chili Powder - You can get bulk size chili powder at Costco.
- Smoked Paprika
- Cumin, ground
- Garlic powder or granules
- Salt
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Homemade Fajita Seasoning
To make your own homemade Mexican fajita seasoning mix, simply combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. You can use a spoon or your hands to mix the ingredients together.
Use some nitrile gloves and a disposable face mask if you are making up a large quantity to store, as you can transfer the oils that are spicy to your eyes or lips. Finely ground spices can also make you start sneezing!
Measure Out Spices
- Measure out all the spices into a mixing bowl.
Blend Spices Together
- Mix the spices until they are evenly blended.
PRO TIP: Mix up a double batch and store in spice jars.
Use And Store
- Transfer your homemade fajita spice mix to Ball canning jars or small spice jars.
- Store in a cool, dry location.
PRO TIP: Spices last longer when stored out of the light. A dark pantry or cupboard away from oven heat is best.
Using Homemade Mexican Fajita Seasoning
Try using this Mexican fajita seasoning mix with our Chili's Steak Fajitas, or use it to season our Cajun Cornbread. It's also wonderful on grilled vegetables, rice, and so much more!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few scrumptious variations using this homemade Mexican fajita seasoning recipe as a base:
- If you do not have all of the ingredients for fajita seasoning mix, you can substitute some of the ingredients. For example, you can substitute smoked paprika for regular paprika, or you can substitute cayenne pepper for chipotle powder.
- You can also vary the amount of each ingredient to suit your own taste. For example, if you like your fajita seasoning to be spicy, you can add more cayenne pepper.
- Reduce or omit the salt completely for Low Sodium Fajita seasoning, or Salt Free Fajita seasoning.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making recipe for Mexican fajita seasoning mix.
Storing Homemade Fajita Mix
Fajita seasoning mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months. Storing in a dark cupboard will allow it to stay strong and flavorful for up to 12 months.
Tips for Success
There are a few preparation tips that you can follow when making this recipe for fajita seasoning mix:
- Make sure that all of the spices are fresh. Old spices will not have as much flavor.
- Store the fajita seasoning mix in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
- Use the fajita seasoning mix within 6 months for the best flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use this fajita seasoning mix recipe for other dishes, such as chicken, fish, or vegetables. It is a great way to add flavor to your meals.
The amount of homemade fajita seasoning mix that you use will depend on the dish that you are making. For example, if you are making fajitas, you will need to use more fajita seasoning mix than if you are making tacos.
Yes, you can make this homemade fajita seasoning mix without chili powder. However, the flavor will not be as authentic. If you do not have chili powder, you can substitute another type of ground chili pepper, such as cayenne pepper or Ancho powder.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Mexican Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon Chili powder bulk, generic
- 4 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 4 tablespoon Cumin ground
- 4 tablespoon Garlic powder or granules
- 4 tablespoon Salt
Instructions
- Measure out all the spices into a mixing bowl.4 tablespoon Chili powder, 4 tablespoon Smoked paprika, 4 tablespoon Cumin, 4 tablespoon Garlic powder, 4 tablespoon Salt
- Mix the spices until they are evenly blended.
- Transfer your homemade fajita spice mix to Ball canning jars or small spice jars.
- Store in a cool, dry location.PRO TIP: Spices last longer when stored out of the light. A dark pantry or cupboard away from oven heat is best.
Notes
- Make sure that all of the spices are fresh. Old spices will not have as much flavor.
- Store the fajita seasoning mix in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
- Use the fajita seasoning mix within 6 months for the best flavor.
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