Homemade Cajun Seasoning is a perfect way to use the spices and herbs in your cabinet for your own custom spice blend! Perfect for your Cajun, creole, and Mardi Gras recipes.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
I love making my own seasoning blends at home.
You can adjust them to be exactly what you like, and use common herbs and spices that you already have on hand!
Simply mix together and store if desired in an empty container.
Ingredients
These are the spices you need to make a cajun seasoning:
Paprika
Salt
White Pepper
Black Pepper
Dried Thyme
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Cayenne
Equipment
Simple recipe with simple needs! All you need here is:
Small Bowl
Spoon
Measuring Spoons
Instruction Overview
Simply mix all of the spices together. That’s it!
You can taste the blend and adjust it as you desire with more of any flavor.
Modifications and Substitutions
Make it spicier by adding more cayenne powder.
Kim’s Tips
Store in an empty spice container or small bag to have on hand as needed.
This works great in my popular Authentic Chicken and Smoked Sausage Gumbo recipe.
FAQs
What is Cajun seasoning made of?
Is Cajun seasoning really spicy?
The more you use, the hotter it is.
You can also make it hotter by using more cayenne in the blend.
What does Cajun flavor taste like?
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
Equipment
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons paprika
- 2 Tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 Tablespoons salt
- 1 Tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon white pepper
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Store in an air tight container such as an empty spice jar.
