Cajun Seasoning
User Reviews
5
22 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
6 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
18 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Cajun
Cajun Seasoning
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Cajun Seasoning is a robust spice blend made from paprika, smoked paprika, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper. It delivers a rich combination of earthy, smoky, and mildly spicy flavors, suitable for seasoning meats, vegetables, and sauces. This versatile, homemade mix can be stored for months and adds depth to a variety of dishes.
Description
Cajun Seasoning combines sweet and smoked paprika with kosher salt, garlic and onion powders, freshly ground black pepper, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper. By mixing these spices, the seasoning provides a balance of smokiness, heat, herbaceous notes, and saltiness. The blend can be used immediately or stored airtight for up to six months, making it convenient for everyday cooking. This seasoning is ideal for adding spiced flavor to proteins, soups, or vegetables without the need for separate individual spices.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika sometimes just labeled as "paprika", you want to avoid the hot variety, sweet
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon black pepper freshly ground is best, ground
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried leaves
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Place the sweet paprika, smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Stir to combine. Use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
18kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
1748mg
(73%)
Potassium
101mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1397IU
(28%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
13mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 18 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 18kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1748mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 101mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1397IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5
22 reviews
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