Copycat Tajin Seasoning Recipe
Learn how to make copycat Tajin seasoning at home with our recipe. We combine tart lime crystals with paprika, Guajillo powder, salt, and a hint of sugar to create a perfectly balanced seasoning. This versatile spice mix is great on meats, side dishes, fruit, and more. Find the full recipe and step-by-step instructions here!
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Equipment
- Whisk
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons True Lime Crystals or dried lime zest
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tablespoon Guajillo Powder
- ½ Tablespoon White Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and whisk until all lumps are gone and everything is fully combined.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool dry area for up to 5 weeks.
Notes
Tips:
• If you have those moisture packets hanging around, you might toss one inside this jar as it keeps the True Lime crystals fresher longer. If any moisture is introduced to this specific ingredient, it will cause it to harden and clump together.
• You can swap out the True Lime crystals for dried lime zest in the same amount. The lime taste will be a bit stronger and the size of the ingredient a bit bulkier, but this is all preference based. The True Lime crystals are 100% lime and are a finer consistency, allowing them to mix into the spice blend better.
• Use a regular table salt and not the coarse kind as the coarse salt doesn’t mix into the seasoning as well and tries to separate itself.
• Do not leave the spice uncovered for even a few hours or it will harden up.
• I used these spice jars to store mine and they worked great, not to mention they’re the perfect size for this recipe.
• I know this doesn’t look exactly like the stuff from the store, but I promise it tastes just like it, but even better, in my opinion.
• Chipotle powder can replace guajillo powder, although it will slightly change the flavor profile. It’s the closest option and a great substitute.
• You can swap out the True Lime crystals for dried lime zest in the same amount. The lime taste will be a bit stronger and the size of the ingredient a bit bulkier, but this is all preference based. The True Lime crystals are 100% lime and are a finer consistency, allowing them to mix into the spice blend better.
• Use a regular table salt and not the coarse kind as the coarse salt doesn’t mix into the seasoning as well and tries to separate itself.
• Do not leave the spice uncovered for even a few hours or it will harden up.
• I used these spice jars to store mine and they worked great, not to mention they’re the perfect size for this recipe.
• I know this doesn’t look exactly like the stuff from the store, but I promise it tastes just like it, but even better, in my opinion.
• Chipotle powder can replace guajillo powder, although it will slightly change the flavor profile. It’s the closest option and a great substitute.