Homemade Cajun Seasoning
This bold Cajun seasoning is smoky, savoury and easy to adjust to your preferred level of heat. Use it to season shrimp, chicken, fish, potatoes, rice, vegetables and homemade Cajun-inspired dishes.
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
No cook
Serves
About ⅓ cup
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsppaprika
- 1 tbspgarlic powder
- 1 tbsponion powder
- 2 tspdried oregano
- 2 tspdried thyme
- 1 tspfreshly ground black pepper
- 1 tspsalt
- ½ to 1 tspcayenne pepper, to taste
Ingredients
- 2 tbsppaprika
- 1 tbspgarlic powder
- 1 tbsponion powder
- 2 tspdried oregano
- 2 tspdried thyme
- 1 tspfreshly ground black pepper
- 1 tspsalt
- ½ to 1 tspcayenne pepper, to taste
Instructions
Method
- 1
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or jar.
- 2
Stir until thoroughly and evenly combined.
- 3
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard for up to six months.
- 4
Shake or stir before each use.
How to Use It
- 1
Chicken, fish, shrimp or pork: Use 1 tablespoon per pound.
- 2
Roasted potatoes or vegetables: Use 2 to 3 teaspoons per pound.
- 3
Rice, soup or jambalaya: Begin with 1 to 2 teaspoons and add more to taste.
- 4
Cajun butter: Mix 1 teaspoon into 2 tablespoons of softened or melted butter.
- 5
Creamy pasta sauce: Begin with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste.
Melissa's Notes
Use ½ teaspoon of cayenne for moderate heat or the full teaspoon for a spicier blend.
For a smoky variation, replace half of the regular paprika with smoked paprika.
To make it salt-free, omit the salt and season the finished dish separately.
When seasoning shrimp or fish, start with a smaller amount so the spices don't overpower their delicate flavour.
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