Fajita Spice Mix - A, Versatile Flavour Packed
Seasoning For All Your Tex-Mex Dishes

If you enjoy making fajitas, then a homemade fajita spice mix is just the ticket! This easy to make blend of spices and herbs is super versatile and will season, flavour and add mouthwatering aromas to all your Tex-Mex style cooking. Beef, chicken and pork are meats you could use this for.

What You'll Need: (makes about 7-8 tablespoons)

2 tbsp paprika powder
2 tbsp coriander seeds (cilantro)
2 tbsp dried rosemary
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
4 tsp dried sage
4 tsp black peppercorns
2 tsp mustard powder
2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp grated nutmeg

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

Grind the coriander, cumin, salt, rosemary and peppercorns

Add to a bowl

Stir in the paprika, grated nutmeg, cayenne, onion, mustard and garlic powders

Finally, crumble in the sage. Combine thoroughly

Store your fajita seasoning in an airtight jar, in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Use within 3 months before making more.

Note: For even more flavour, dry toasting the cumin, peppercorns and coriander before grinding and mixing with the other ingredients is worth doing. Read more about this easy to do cooking technique. (Link opens in new window)