# Fajita-Ready Seasoning Mixes Old El Paso Fajita Seasoning Mix Comes in Two New Options By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-08-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-el-paso-fajita-seasoning-mix References: [talkingretail](https://www.talkingretail.com/products-news/grocery/old-el-paso-launches-new-seasoning-mixes-20-08-2025/) & [oldelpaso](https://www.oldelpaso.co.uk)  The [Old El Paso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-el-paso-street-vibes) Fajita Seasoning Mix is headed to retailers in the UK in two new flavors to help consumers elevate the flavor of their cooking in a simple, one-step way. The product range now includes the Smoky BBQ and Fiery Chili & Tomato options, which have extra mild and hot spice intensities, respectively. The products each have a preservative-free formulation and a £1.25 price point to give them a competitive profile for shoppers to pick up when preparing meals from home during the week. The spices also come in fully recyclable packaging that can be dropped off in-store. Head of Meals at [General Mills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-fajita-kit) UK Aditi Hilgers spoke on the new Old El Paso Fajita Seasoning Mix products saying, "By expanding our spice mix range, we’re catering to even more tastes and households. These new launches allow families to enjoy Mexican meals their way, without compromise – from Extra Mild to Fiery Hot, it’s all about creating a flavour experience that works for everyone.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 46% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flavor Customization:** The introduction of multiple spice intensities allows for personalized culinary experiences at home, catering to diverse consumer taste preferences. - **Convenient Cooking Solutions:** Single-step seasoning mixes provide time-efficient meal preparation, aligning with the growing consumer demand for convenience in home cooking. - **Sustainable Packaging:** Transitioning to fully recyclable packaging addresses environmental concerns, appealing to eco-conscious consumers seeking sustainable product options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The expansion of seasoning mixes with varied spice levels taps into the rising consumer interest in ethnic and fusion cuisine preparation at home. - **Sustainable Packaging:** Innovations in eco-friendly packaging materials present opportunities for industry players to reduce environmental impact and meet consumer demands for sustainability. - **Retail:** Offering preservative-free, competitively priced spice mixes in accessible retail settings meets consumer needs for affordable and healthy cooking ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Veggie Tex-Mex Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-fajita-kit.md) - [Zesty Soft Taco Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-vibes-soft-taco-kit.md) - [Street Food-Inspired Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-el-paso-street-vibes.md) - [Texture-Driven Mexican Cuisine Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-bbq-crunchy-taco-kit.md) - [Ready-to-Enjoy Tex-Mex Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-meals.md) - [Weekly Tex-Mex Meal Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fajita-fridays.md) - [Single-Use Taco Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-seasoning-sachets.md) - [Tex-Mex Instant Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-el-paso-ramen-noodles.md) - [Hot Sauce-Branded Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-seasoning-mixes.md)