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    Cajun Seasoning

    Published: Jun 9, 2021, Last Modified: Oct 2, 2023 by Janessa.

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    Making Cajun Seasoning from scratch is super easy and uses just common spices that you probably have already in your pantry. Try it on chicken or fish, use it make this quick and easy Cajun corn or on roasted chickpeas!

    Cajun seasoning mixed together in a mason jar.

    The Ingredients

    • Paprika- You can use regular or smoked paprika
    • Fine Sea Salt
    • Black Pepper
    • Garlic Powder
    • Dried Oregano
    • Ground Cayenne Pepper- Feel free to add a bit more or less depending on your spice tolerance
    • Dried Thyme

    The Method

    1. Add all of the ingredients to a jar with an airtight lid and shake until combined.

    Leftover Storage

    Store prepared spice mix for up to 1 year in an airtight container or jar at room temperature. If kept for longer, the spices will get less potent and you may need to use more than is called for in a recipe.

    Mason jar filled with seasoning mix.

    How to Use Cajun Seasoning

    Use directly in recipes that call for Cajun or creole seasoning. I also like to use it in some recipes that call for seafood seasoning such as Old Bay. Some ideas:

    • Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet
    • Honey Cajun Butter
    • Cajun Roasted Chickpeas
    • Cajun Spaghetti Sauce

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    Cajun seasoning mixed together in a mason jar.

    Cajun Seasoning

    Making homemade seasonings is so easy! You probably have most of the ingredients in your spice cupboard already.
    5 from 33 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 0.75 cup
    Calories: 11kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoon paprika
    • 2 tablespoon fine sea salt
    • 2 tablespoon black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ tablespoon dried thyme
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    Instructions

    • Measure out all of the ingredients into a jar with an airtight lid. Close the lid and shake until well combined. Use as directed in any recipe that calls for Cajun seasoning.

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 year. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1164mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Tara

      September 08, 2022 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      I love how easily this homemade spice mix comes together with pantry staples. So much flavor and perfect with so many things too.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 08, 2022 at 11:40 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Tara!

        Reply
    2. Beth

      September 08, 2022 at 9:52 am

      5 stars
      We used it on chicken thighs and the flavor is perfect. I'll never buy cajun seasoning again!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 08, 2022 at 11:40 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed this seasoning, Beth!

        Reply
    3. Kathleen

      September 08, 2022 at 10:01 am

      5 stars
      Love homemade seasoning blends. This cajun seasoning will definitely come in handy.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 08, 2022 at 11:40 am

        Thank you for your kind review!

        Reply
    4. kushigalu

      September 08, 2022 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      A homemade spice mix is always the best. This cajun seasoning looks perfect!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 08, 2022 at 11:39 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Kushigalu!

        Reply
    5. Tayler

      September 08, 2022 at 11:33 am

      5 stars
      I make this cajun seasoning all the time and always have it in the pantry. It tastes good on so many things!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 08, 2022 at 11:38 am

        I'm glad you like this recipe, Tayler!

        Reply
    6. Gwen

      September 19, 2023 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      So easy to have on hand. So great too because I know what’s in it!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 19, 2023 at 1:49 pm

        I'm glad you liked this recipe, Gwen! Thank you for your kind review.

        Reply

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