Simple Fajita Seasoning
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You realize that you have nothing planned for dinner, but you have some steak of chicken defrosted and need something to jazz it up. This Simple Fajita Seasoning recipe is the perfect option to get dinner on the table quick! If you have an onion and some bell pepper you will have delicious fajitas in no time.
This seasoning is not only perfect for fajitas, it is also delicious in tacos, burritos and quesadillas! It is ready in minutes for last minute cravings, or you can double or triple the batch and always have some on hand.
Ingredients need to make this recipe:
- chili powder
- sea salt
- paprika
- granulated sugar – optional (omit for Whole30 & Paleo – substitute Swerve for Keto)
- cumin
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- cayenne pepper
- ground cinnamon
- ground coriander
How to make Homemade Fajita Seasoning:
Add chili powder, salt, paprika, sugar (if using), cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and coriander to a small jar or bowl.
Stir to combine.
Use immediately or store in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
Recipe Notes & Tips
- You can taste the cayenne with a 1/4 teaspoon, but it is not overpowering. Use less or omit to cut the spiciness.
- Use smoked paprika for a smokier flavor, sweet paprika for a sweeter seasoning.
- This recipe make approximately 3 Tablespoons of seasoning, which should be enough to coat 2 pounds of steaks or chicken.
- The recipe can be doubled or tripled by adjusting the serving size in the recipe card.
Recipes that use this Simple Fajita Seasoning:
- Steak Fajita Kabobs with Chimichuri
- Grilled Steak Fajitas – substitute for the seasonings listed in the marinade.
- Chicken Fajitas – substitute for the seasonings listed in this marinade as well.
- Turn your chicken or steak fajitas into Fajita Quesadillas – recipe is for chicken, but any meat will work.
- Substitute for the taco seasoning in these Beef Taco Salad Bowls
Enjoy!!
Simple Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
- Add chili powder, salt, paprika, sugar (if using), cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and coriander to a small jar or bowl. Stir to combine.
- Use immediately or store in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
Notes
- You can taste the cayenne with a 1/4 teaspoon. Use less or omit to cut the spiciness.
- Use smoked paprika for a smokier flavor, sweet paprika for a sweeter seasoning.
- This recipe make approximately 3 Tablespoons of seasoning, which should be enough to coat 2 pounds of steaks or chicken.
- The recipe can be doubled or tripled by adjusting the serving size in the recipe card.
