Blackening Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
3 tablespoons
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Calories
17 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Blackening Seasoning
Description
This Blackening Seasoning brings together sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, kosher salt, dried thyme, and gently crushed fennel seeds. The blend is mixed evenly and stored in an airtight container, retaining its potency for up to three months when kept cool and dry.
The seasoning is intended for coating proteins after patting them dry and an application of oil or butter. When cooked by searing, grilling, or baking, it imparts a characteristic darkened, flavorful crust associated with blackened dishes.
Optionally, crushing the spices with a mortar and pestle before mixing can release stronger aromas. This homemade blend offers a controlled and fresh alternative to pre-made commercial blackening spices, suitable for enhancing fish, poultry, or meat with bold seasoning.
Doubling or tripling the recipe is recommended to maintain a ready supply for multiple uses.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon paprika sweet
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon thyme gently crushed, dried
- ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds , gently crushed
Instructions
- Add the spices to a small bowl and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool dark place for up to 3 months.
- Optional: Lightly crush the spices with a mortar and pestle to open the flavors even more.
- To use, pat the surface of your protein dry then drizzle with oil or butter. Sprinkle evenly with the blackening spice and sear, grill, or bake.
Notes
- Store the seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness for up to three months.
- Lightly crushing the spices before mixing enhances their flavor release.
- Prepare larger batches by doubling or tripling the recipe for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 17 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 17kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 391mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 97mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 1435IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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