Recipe - Fajita Seasoning Mix

This recipe makes the equivalent of three commercial fajita seasoning packets (like Old El Paso).  I like to have it in the pantry and have found many uses for it besides just fajitas.

Fajita Seasoning Mix

Ingredients

3 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon paprika

1 tablespoon sugar

2 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules

1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Procedure

Combine all the ingredients and store in a small glass or plastic airtight container.  Keep in a cool, dry place. To use, measure as follows:

3 tablespoons seasoning mix

1/3 cup water

Combine and add to sauteed meat, onions and peppers.  Simmer about 5 minutes.