Homemade Cajun Seasoning
Bring a burst of Southern zest and flair to your kitchen with this Homemade Cajun Seasoning recipe it's your ticket to flavor-filled meals. This bold seasoning blend combines a handpicked selection of cajun spices infusing your dishes with a rich umami depth and a smoky undertone to elevate your dishes to a whole new level of deliciousness. Vegan, Nut-free + Gluten-free
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Keyword: cajun, dinner, easy, family-friendly, homemade, savory, seasoning, smoky, southern, spicy
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 21kcal
SEASONING BLEND:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
TO MAKE THE SEASONING BLEND:
In a bowl, mix together the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, and onion powder until combined.
Store seasoning blend in a tightly sealed mason jar or seasoning jar at room temperature.
Enjoy!
- STORAGE: You can store the leftover seasoning blend in an airtight container or tightly sealed mason jar at room temperature for up to six months. Use it on anything from simple roasted vegetables to salad dressing to herb oil for dipping bread.
- BIGGER BATCH: This recipe makes for about 2 servings worth of this seasoning blend. To make a larger batch, feel free to double or triple the ingredients.
- SMOKIER TASTE: If you'd prefer more of a bolder smoky flavor, simply add another ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika to the mix.
Calories: 21kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1166mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg