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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Homemade Fajita Seasoning

    Published: April 21, 2022 / Updated: April 6, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Homemade Fajita Seasoning

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    It's so easy to make your own homemade fajita seasoning! You may already have all the spices you need to make this at home. This is a great seasoning to have on hand for more than just fajitas!

    homemade fajita seasoning

    For quick and easy dinners, it's always nice to have some homemade sauces, spices, and seasonings on hand. These timesavers are also flavor savers, as they can add so much extra flavor to even the most basic ingredients!

    The best part of making fajita seasoning from scratch: it takes no more than 5 minutes. Five minutes! That's it!

    And once you whip up a batch, you can store it properly in a cool, dry, place and it should keep for a couple of years.

    Table of contents

    • What is fajita seasoning?
    • Kitchen tools and equipment
    • Ingredients to make fajita seasoning
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Recipe FAQs
    • How to use fajita seasoning
    • More Tex-Mex recipes to try
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    What is fajita seasoning?

    The term fajita means "little sash," and is a variation of the Spanish word faja, which means "belt, strip, or band." A fajita is basically any meat cut into strips, and usually served with strips of peppers and onions on a corn or flour tortilla.

    Fajita seasoning is the traditional combination of spices that accompanies fajita meat.

    Kitchen tools and equipment

    whisking together homemade fajita seasoning

    For this recipe, you just need a few basic kitchen tools:

    Bowl - You'll need a medium bowl to mix together all of the ingredients.

    Whisk - Use a whisk or a fork to combine the ingredients.

    Jar or other container - To store homemade fajita seasoning, you'll need an airtight container. I prefer glass jars like these cute little mason jars.

    Ingredients to make fajita seasoning

    ingredients to make homemade fajita seasoning

    Here are the spices you need to make fajita seasoning from scratch:

    • Chili powder
    • Paprika
    • Cumin
    • Garlic powder
    • Onion Powder
    • Dried oregano
    • Granulated sugar
    • Kosher salt
    • Ground black pepper

    Step-by-step instructions

    whisking together homemade fajita seasoning

    Making fajita seasoning is easy!

    Simply combine all of the ingredients together in a bowl and whisk together until fully combined.

    This recipe makes approximately ¼ cup, so feel free to double or triple the recipe if you need more.

    Recipe FAQs

    What's the best way to store homemade fajita seasoning?

    Store in an airtight container, such as a small mason jar, in a cool, dark, dry place. Ideal storage spots include a pantry or spice drawer.

    How long does fajita seasoning last?

    If stored properly, fajita seasoning can be stored for up to 2 or 3 years!

    What's the difference between fajita seasoning and taco seasoning?

    Fajita seasoning has more cumin, whereas taco seasoning has more chili powder and oregano. Taco seasoning tends to be a little spicier than fajita seasoning.

    What's the difference between fajitas and tacos?

    Fajitas is a term used to specifically refer to the way the meat itself is prepared (in strips). Tacos refers to the way the fillings are served -- in a hard or soft taco shell, folded.

    How to use fajita seasoning

    instant pot chicken fajitas

    The most common way to use fajita seasoning is with fajita meat served in soft shell or hard shell tortillas. Try it in my Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas or Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas recipe!

    Other ideas for using fajita meat:

    • in casseroles
    • served over Instant Pot Garlic Rice
    • with pasta
    • served in hoagie rolls or buns as fajita rolls

    More Tex-Mex recipes to try

    • Loaded Sheet Pan Tex Vegetarian Nachos
    • Tex-Mex Lasagna
    • Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Sandwiches
    • Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
    • Salsa Eggs
    • Chorizo Breakfast burritos
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    Homemade Fajita Seasoning

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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 0 mins
    Total Time: 5 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Making your own fajita seasoning is fast and easy!
    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories: 80kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, add all ingredients together and whisk until well combined.

    Notes

    Makes ¼ cup of seasoning
    If stored properly in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place, homemade fajita seasoning can last up to 2 or 3 years. 
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2465mg | Potassium: 346mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2785IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 5mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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