You’ll find endless ways to use this keto fajita seasoning. Once you try a homemade version, you’ll likely never go back to store-bought blends.
In about 5 minutes you can mix up your own keto-friendly fajita seasoning. This blend is mild with balanced flavor—just a hint of heat and a touch of sweetness. Make a single batch for tonight’s meal or prepare a larger batch to keep on hand for quick weeknight dinners.
About the seasoning mix
This fajita seasoning uses simple pantry spices to create a versatile, flavorful mix. The base includes chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, a keto granulated sweetener, paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, cayenne, and black pepper. Making your own spice blend means you control the ingredients—no hidden fillers, anti-caking agents, or excess sodium. You can easily adjust the sweetness, salt level, or heat. Prefer smoky notes? Swap in smoked paprika. Want extra heat? Increase the cayenne. Homemade seasoning lets you tailor the profile to your taste.
Making a larger batch
The basic recipe yields about 3 tablespoons of seasoning. For fajitas, plan on 1 to 1½ tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat. If you use this blend frequently, double or triple the recipe and store the extra in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Below is a scaled-up version that yields roughly 2¼ cups of seasoning:
¾ cup chili powder
¼ cup each: cumin, garlic powder, keto granulated sweetener, and paprika
2 tablespoons each: onion powder, dried oregano, and salt
1 tablespoon each: cayenne and black pepper
Ways to use keto fajita seasoning
This seasoning is perfect for traditional fajitas—use it with beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, or vegetables. Use it dry or mix with oil and lime juice to make a quick marinade. Beyond fajitas, it enhances chili, soups, stews, casseroles, meatloaf, meatballs, burgers, scrambled eggs, and omelets. It’s also excellent stirred into Mexican-style cauliflower rice for added depth and warmth.
Homemade keto dressings
If you enjoy making dressings at home, try pairing this seasoning with some of our favorite keto-friendly dressings for added flavor in salads, bowls, and wraps:
Creamy Keto Tarragon Dressing
Homemade Keto Ranch Dressing
Keto Creamy French Dressing
Keto Honey Mustard Dressing
Helpful hints
• If you want more heat, add more cayenne pepper.
• Use 1 to 1½ tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat when cooking fajitas.
Main kitchen equipment and utensils
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
A word of encouragement
***To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen. Jude 1:25***
Keto Fajita Seasoning
8 Servings
5 minutes
5 minutes
You’ll find endless ways to use this keto fajita seasoning. And once you make homemade, you’ll never want anything else!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar substitute (Swerve)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
1. In a small mixing bowl, add all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Use immediately or store in an airtight container until ready to use.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 7Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 1.4gNet Carbohydrates: 0.8gFiber: 0.6gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
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