Description
This Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe offers a flavorful and aromatic blend of spices perfect for seasoning fajita meats like chicken, skirt steak, flank steak, or shrimp. Easy to make and versatile, this seasoning mix brings a balanced combination of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors to your dishes, allowing for a customizable and delicious fajita experience at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
For Marinating Fajita Meat
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Mix the Seasoning: In a bowl, combine all the dry ingredients—dark brown sugar, ground cumin, kosher salt, smoked paprika, black pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, ground nutmeg, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Stir thoroughly until all spices are evenly blended. Store this fajita seasoning in an airtight container for future use.
- Prepare the Marinade: To marinate, whisk together 1 tablespoon of the fajita seasoning with 3 tablespoons of canola oil, 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice. This mixture will impart a balanced flavor and tenderize your meat.
- Marinate the Meat: Coat your choice of fajita protein—such as chicken, skirt steak, flank steak, or shrimp—with the marinade. Make sure each piece is thoroughly covered. Refrigerate the marinated meat for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
- Cook as Desired: Once marinated, cook the meat using your preferred method—grilling, pan-searing, or baking—until it reaches the appropriate internal temperature and is cooked through. Serve with sautéed peppers and onions for classic fajita enjoyment.
Notes
- Store the fajita seasoning in a cool, dry place in an airtight container for up to 6 months for best freshness.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
- Marinating time can be shortened to 30 minutes if you’re in a hurry, but longer marination enhances flavor and tenderness.
- This seasoning blend is versatile and can be used for tacos, grilled vegetables, or sprinkling over roasted potatoes.
- For a gluten-free dish, ensure the soy sauce used is certified gluten-free or substitute with tamari.
