Description
Elevate your dishes with the zesty kick of homemade Cajun Seasoning. A perfect blend of bold, spicy, and savory flavors!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika (or smoked paprika)
- 1 tablespoon cayenne powder
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 teaspoons sea salt, optional
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl, mix well, and either use immediately or store for later.
- Keep any remaining Cajun seasoning in an airtight spice jar or container. Remember to give it a good shake before using.
Notes
Before using, make sure to give the spice blend a good shake, stir, or mix. Sometimes the ingredients settle during storage, so shaking it up ensures that all the spices are evenly spread throughout the mix.
Feel free to adjust the flavors according to your taste. If you like it spicier, add more red pepper flakes and cayenne powder. If you want a smoky taste, use smoked paprika. Try experimenting with hotter peppers if you're feeling adventurous. Consider using 7-pot chili powder, ghost peppers, or the super-hot Carolina reapers.
You can use any type of salt for this recipe. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can skip adding salt to the blend. Not adding salt in the blend gives you more control over the overall saltiness of your future dishes, which is especially useful when working with ingredients that are already salty!
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Seasoning Recipes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 13 kcal
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g