Description
Elevate your dishes with this homemade Cajun Seasoning that adds a burst of flavor to meats, seafood, vegetables, and classic Cajun cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Spice Blend:
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix paprika, smoked paprika (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Store: Transfer the Cajun seasoning to an airtight container or spice jar and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Use: Season meats, seafood, vegetables, soups, stews, gumbo, jambalaya, and other Cajun dishes with this spice blend.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level.
- Enhance flavor with smoked paprika.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning, Spice Blend
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
