If you like Mexican food, you should know that one of the fundamental bases of Aztec cuisine is, precisely, spices. That Mexico boasts unique flavors is a reality, so much so that… UNESCO declared its gastronomy an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Cloves, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and vanilla are some of the typical spices used in Mexican cuisine. However, today we’re going to focus on one of Mexico’s most internationally renowned dishes and show you how to season fajitas with spices to make them absolutely delicious.
In our online store we have a fajita seasoning made with 100% natural spices, if you prefer to buy this seasoning directly for convenience rather than making it yourself.
Spices for Making Fajita Seasoning
Fajitas are one of the most well‑known dishes in Mexican cuisine. Their flavor, based primarily on spices and other seasonings, is so distinctive that they delight fans of this dish.
While it’s true that seasoning fajitas is a matter of personal taste, from The Spice Stop we’ll show you one of the traditional fajita seasoning recipes that is also easy to make.
What Spices to Season Fajitas?
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Garlic powder or granules | a couple of teaspoons |
| Ground cumin | a couple of teaspoons |
| Dehydrated onion | a couple of teaspoons |
| Cilantro | about three teaspoons |
| Ground thyme | a couple of teaspoons |
| Ginger powder | one teaspoon |
| Black pepper | one teaspoon |
| Ground cayenne pepper | one teaspoon |
| Citric Acid | one teaspoon |
| Sugar | half a teaspoon |
| Salt | one teaspoon |
How to prepare fajita seasoning?
- Preparing this fajita seasoning is incredibly easy. Simply combine all the ingredients in a grinder or mortar and pestle for a couple of minutes.
- Once that’s done, you’ll have the seasoning ready to sprinkle over the fajitas before folding and serving. See how simple it is to season fajitas?
Yes, it is a fajita seasoning but if you like it… try it in other dishes, you’re sure to love it!
Nutritional Facts for Gluten-Free Fajita Seasoning
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 1 tablespoon |
| Calories | 18 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Total Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugars | 0.4 g |
| Vitamin A | 380 IU |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 1.1 mg |
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the spices and salt amounts used. Gluten free fajita seasoning is a simple and flavorful spice blend perfect for seasoning chicken, beef, shrimp, and vegetables without added gluten ingredients.