Cajun Seasoning Recipe
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5
58 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
12 tablespoons
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Calories
12 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Cajun
Cajun Seasoning Recipe
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This Cajun Seasoning Recipe features a blend of paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne to create a robust spice mixture. Its balanced heat and aromatic herbs make it ideal for seasoning meats, vegetables, and seafood, adding a warm, smoky flavor characteristic of Cajun cuisine.
Description
The Cajun Seasoning Recipe brings together key dried spices common to Cajun cooking, including sweet paprika, pungent onion and garlic powder, and herby thyme and oregano. It also has a kick from cayenne pepper and black pepper, balanced by salt to enhance flavors. Mixed thoroughly and stored in a jar, this seasoning can be used to add depth and warmth to various dishes. The blend is versatile and suited to seasoning red meats, chicken, fish, or vegetables before cooking.
If sensitive to spice, cayenne pepper can be reduced or omitted, adjusting the heat level to preference.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon thyme see notes
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon cayenne
Instructions
- Mix the spices together in a medium-sized bowl.
- Transfer the spice mix to a jar and store in your pantry for up to 1 year.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spice level according to your preference.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 tablespoon
Calories
12kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
583mg
(24%)
Potassium
50mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
281IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 12 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 tablespoon | |
| Calories | 12kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 281IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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