I started making my own seasoning mixes when occasionally I’d be in the middle of a making a particular recipe and discover that I was out of a seasoning mix I needed. It’s so easy to make your own mix, because the majority of the individual spice ingredients in this recipe are usually available in most kitchens. These basic spices can also be used in varying amounts and combinations to make several other homemade seasoning recipes.
This recipe first appeared in the post Slow Cooker Beef Fajita. Since I refer to it often, I decided it needed it’s own post.
I don’t have a cost per packet figured out, because it all depends on the brand and size of container of the spices you buy, but it’s definitely a lot cheaper making your own seasonings. There’s also no unwanted ingredients in the mixes. I generally buy my spices in 5 to 7 ounce containers so that I have plenty to make up spice blends and seasoning mixes, plus use each individually for basic seasoning.
Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Measure all of the following ingredients into a mason jar and shake well before each use. Two (2) slightly heaping tablespoons is the equivalent to one package of a ready-made seasoning packet. The whole recipe makes the equivalent of four packages, but can easily be doubled or tripled.
- 3 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 Tbsp cumin
- 1 Tbsp salt
- 1 Tbsp pepper
- 2 teaspoon oregano
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 – 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Adjust the amount of chili powder and red pepper flakes up or down a little for desired “heat” level.
Haphazard Homemaker 
I actually needed this, thanks for sharing!😄
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My pleasure! 🙂
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I love this Robin~So smart!
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Thank you 🙂
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You are smart to make your own seasonings, easy to do, I need to do this more often! Your fajita mix sounds great!
Jenna
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Thank you, Jenna!
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Thanks for this!! I have to watch my sodium and store bought seasonings have a lot of sodium sometimes. I’ll try this. 😃
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My pleasure, Michelle! You could even cut back on the salt in the mix without affecting the flavor.
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What fabulous ingredients! It’s so easy and cheap to make your own spice mixes!
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It sure is! 🙂
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This is a great idea that saves time as well-thanks for sharing!!!
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Thanks 🙂
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I sometimes wonder why people don’t make their own Mexican seasoning mixes. I haven’t bought any little packs in years. It is so easy to make them and it is so much cheaper. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
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Yes it is easy and so much cheaper. Thank you for visiting! 🙂
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