Creole Seasoning Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
24 servings
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Calories
7 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Creole Seasoning Recipe
Description
This Creole Seasoning recipe gathers common spices typical of New Orleans-style flavor profiles. Garlic and onion powders provide aromatic depth, while sweet and smoked paprika add color and smoky notes. Dried herbs including thyme, oregano, basil, and rosemary contribute herbal complexity. A whole bay leaf is included for subtle background flavor. For heat, cayenne pepper is added and can be adjusted to taste. Salt and freshly ground black pepper help to round out the blend. The method simply involves grinding all ingredients to a fine powder for easy mixing and storage. This homemade seasoning allows for consistent flavor and freshness suitable for seasoning meats, vegetables, and sauces.
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika sweet, powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon thyme dried
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 2 teaspoons basil dried
- 1 teaspoon rosemary dried
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (or less if you don't want it as hot)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Place all of the spices in a spice of coffee grinder or a blender. Pulse until you get a fine powder. Store in an airtight jar in a dark cupboard until ready to use. For optimal flavor use within 2 months. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 7 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 7kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 147mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 32mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 407IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.