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Cajun Seasoning
Mix up a batch of this Louisiana-style Cajun Seasoning to season shrimp, chicken or vegetables! It's got just the right amount of heat and tons of flavor!
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 13 tablespoons
Calories: 16 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Cajun
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- ½ tablespoon dried thyme
- ½ tablespoon red pepper flakes optional - for more spice!
Instructions
- Combine all of the seasonings in a small bowl or mason jar.
- Store in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 6 months.
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Notes
- To make Cajun marinade with the seasoning mix: combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon hot sauce and 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine all of the ingredients. Use to marinate 2 pounds of chicken, seafood or beef.
- This seasoning mix is naturally gluten free, vegan and whole30 approved.
- For recipe ideas using this Cajun seasoning, refer to the blog post above.
Nutrition Information
Calories
16kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
1081mg
(45%)
Potassium
88mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1064mg
(21%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 13tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 16
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 16kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1081mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1064mg | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.