Homemade Fajita Seasoning

A jar of fajita seasoning next an empty bowl.

5 from 103 votes!

Making your own Fajita Seasoning brings preservative-free goodness, that is also gluten-free and low carb friendly. It is so cheap to make your own and the best bit is you get to use ingredients you likely have in your pantry now. The best bit is, if you don't like it too spicy you can dial the heat up or down to suit your tastes!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: seasonings

Cuisine: Mexican

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free

Recipe Category: Low Carb

Servings: serves (1 tbsp)

Calories: 15kcal

Author: Megan Ellam

Equipment

Ingredients

1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp cumin ground
1 tbsp cayenne
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp chipotle powder
1 tbsp black pepper
1 tbsp coriander ground
1 tbsp Mexican oregano
2 tbsp smoked paprika

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

CONVENTIONAL METHOD

Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Adjust the Heat Level: The chili powder adds heat to the blend. Depending on your preference, you can increase or decrease the amount of chili powder to achieve the desired level of spiciness.

THERMOMIX METHOD

Place all ingredients into the mixer; mix 5 sec/speed 3.
Adjust the Heat Level: The chili powder adds heat to the blend. Depending on your preference, you can increase or decrease the amount of chili powder to achieve the desired level of spiciness.

Notes

Storing:

Airtight Container: Store the homemade fajita seasoning in an airtight container to maintain its freshness and prevent clumping.
Cool, Dark Place: Keep the container in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to preserve the flavors.

Serving:

Sprinkle or Rub: Sprinkle a teaspoon (or 4) of homemade seasoning directly onto meats and vegetables or rub it in for deeper flavor penetration.
Marination: Use the seasoning as a dry rub for marinating proteins like chicken, beef, or shrimp before grilling or pan-cooking.
When making chicken fajitas (or similar) I use it both as a dry rub and more in the sauce. Add a squeeze of lime juice, ( our very delicious) Enchilada sauce and bell peppers.

Try more spice blends to transport yourself around the world. Seasonings like Malaysian Curry Powder, Cajun Seasoning, and Chermoula Spice Blend.

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