Always be ready to whip up a batch of meat or vegetable fajitas.

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Theres nothing quite like a sizzling skillet piled high withfajitas.

Fajitas get their mouth-watering flavor from a hot pan and mix of fragrant spices.

Bowl of Fajita Seasoning With Some in a Spoon Resting on the Bowl, and on the Counter, a Kitchen Towel

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What’s in Fajita Seasoning?

Most mixes also include salt, making it a one-stop shop for seasoning fajitas.

She used Simply Organic brand and liked its depth of flavor.

Fajita Seasoning in a Glass Jar, and in the Surroundings, a Wooden Spoon, a Red and White Stripped Kitchen Towel, and a Glass Lid for the Jar

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It gives you more control over the freshness, plus you have total control over the flavor profile.

Tweak the salt or spice level until you get it exactly how you like it.

Is Fajita Seasoning Different From Taco Seasoning?

Bowl of Fajita Seasoning Ingredients in Separate Piles

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Fajita seasoning and taco seasoning are very similar, but not identical.

The ratios of each individual spice tend to differ.

Fajita seasoning often contains more cumin, while taco seasoning contains more chili powder.

Bowl of Fajita Seasoning After Whisked Together, and Leaning on Top of the Bowl, a Whisk

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Our taco seasoning recipe includes coriander and does not contain paprika or chipotle.

If youre using relatively fresh spices to make the mix, it will keep for at least 6 months.

While fajita seasoning wont go bad, it will eventually lose some of its flavor.

Fajita Seasoning in a Jar and a Jar Lid on the Counter

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Toss the meat or veggies and seasoning together before cooking on the stovetop or grilling.

To kick the dish up a notch, add fresh lime.

So I recommend adding a little fresh lime juice to balance out all the flavors.

Fajita Seasoning in a Glass Jar, and in the Surroundings, a Wooden Spoon, a Red and White Stripped Kitchen Towel, and a Glass Lid for the Jar

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Squeeze 1/2 to 1 whole lime over along with the seasoning per pound of meat or vegetables.

Transfer to an airtight jar or container.

Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

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Toss the meat or veggies and seasoning together before cooking on the stovetop or grilling.