Create a memorable meal by mastering some easy fajita seasoning mix recipes. Read the article to find fajita seasoning recipes. Try out one to make great and flavorful fajitas at home!

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Fajita Seasoning Recipe

In case you are head over heels with the spicy and fiery Mexican food, this article is sure to entice you with the numerous flavors and variety of spices that have gone into the preparation of fajita seasoning, a Mexican specialty. What do you think of when Mexican cuisine crosses your mind— enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, or fajitas? Though all these delicacies are loved and enjoyed by everyone, fajitas wins hands down, simply due to their taste, ingredients and seasonings. These delicious and alluring fajitas are pretty easy to prepare, thanks to the simple seasoning that forms the main division of the cooking. Whether prepared with chicken, beef, pork, steak or seafood, fajita seasoning turns the otherwise bland meal into an outstanding and mouth-watering temptation. Fajita marinades taste best when prepared a day in advance. Continue reading to learn one of the following fajita seasoning mix recipes and get set ready to make some zesty and tangy fajitas.
 
Easy Recipes For Fajita Seasoning Mix
 
Super Fajita Marinade
 
Ingredients
  • 3 Limes (juiced)
  • 2 Green Onions (chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 3 tbsp fresh Cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • ¼ tsp ground Coriander
  • ¼ tsp ground Anise Seed (optional)
Instructions
  • Mix together lime juice, green onions, garlic, cilantro, vegetable oil, red pepper flakes, coriander and anise seed in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk all the ingredients to blend them well.
  • Pour this seasoning over your desired meat and mix to coat evenly.
  • Cover the bowl and set it aside for about 12 to 24 hours for marinating.
  • Thereafter, cook as per your choice.
Chicken Fajita Seasoning
 
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup Beer
  • 1/3 cup fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro (chopped)
  • ½ tsp Cumin (ground)
  • Salt (to taste)
Instructions
  • Take a large mixing bowl and combine together beer, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, cilantro, cumin and salt. Stir all the contents nicely.
  • Transfer the marinade into a resealable plastic bag and add 1½ pounds of chicken breasts.
  • Mix the bag well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  • Set the marinade in the refrigerator for about 1 to 3 hours before cooking.
Authentic Seasoning
 
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice
  • 2 Garlic Cloves (crushed)
  • 2 tsp Brown Sugar
  • ½ tsp Oregano
  • ½ tsp Cumin (ground)
  • ½ cup Water
  • 1/8 tsp Liquid Smoke
  • Dash of Tabasco
Instructions
  • Take a medium glass bowl and place all the above listed ingredients.
  • Mix well to evenly blend all the contents.
  • Refrigerate the marinade for at least hour prior cooking.
Tangy Fajita Marinade
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Pineapple Juice
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 tsp Cumin (ground)
  • ½ tsp Garlic (minced)
Instructions
  • Take a small bowl and combine all the ingredients mentioned above.
  • Using a whisk, mix the contents evenly. 
  • Add in about 2 pounds of meat into the marinade and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cooking.

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