Here’s my delicious one vegan fajitas with mushrooms and vegetables, a 100% vegetable variant of traditional Mexican fajitas.

The origins of fajitas

The Mexican tortillas are a staple of Mexican cuisineused in numerous traditional recipes such as tacosburritos, enchiladas and, of course, fajitas.

Originally, fajitas were made with cuts of beef, such as diaphragm, marinated with a blend of spices, grilled, and served on warm tortillas. Over time, the recipes have evolved to also include chicken and prawns, enriched with peppers and onions for an explosion of flavours.

The name “fajitas” comes from the Spanish term “faja”, which means “strip” or “band”, referring to the cut of meat used to prepare the dish. This tradition dates back to the cowboys of southern Texas and northern Mexico, who cooked scrap meat on the open grill, creating a flavorful and nutritious dish.

Over the years, fajitas have become a symbol of Tex-Mex cuisine, appreciated around the world for their versatility and taste.

My vegan version of fajitas

Today I want to offer you a modern and completely vegetable version of this classic Mexican dish: vegan mushroom Fajitas.

This recipe is perfect for those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, but also for those who want to try a plant-based alternative to traditional fajitas.

The combination of cardoncelli and Portobello mushrooms, along with peppers and onion, offers a meaty texture and rich flavor that won’t make you miss the original version.

The right spices for vegan fajitas

This recipe, with some variations, is also present in the book “Spezie” by Cucchiaio d’Argento of which I am the author. As for the spices tacosI want to leave you some suggestions for preparing the spice blend at home and making your vegan fajitas even more special and authentic.

What you will need:

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground dried garlic*
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pinch of chilli powder

Simply gather and mix all the ingredients and place them in an airtight container, away from light and heat sources.

The breakthrough to transform your tortillas

Do you want crunchy tortillas but only have regular soft tortillas or regular wraps?

I have the solution for you: take a muffin pan, turn it upside down and insert the slightly folded tortillas into the empty spaces. 10 minutes in the oven will be enough to obtain crispy, golden shells to fill with your favorite Mexican recipes.