Homemade Cajun Seasoning
This homemade Cajun seasoning is a bold, smoky, and slightly spicy spice blend made with simple pantry ingredients. It’s perfect for seasoning chicken, shrimp, seafood, vegetables, pasta, and Cajun-inspired dishes. Ready in just minutes and better than store-bought.
- Prep Time: 5 MINUTES
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Roughly 4 Tablespoons 1x
- Category: CONDIMENT, Spice
- Cuisine: CAJUN INSPIRED
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Add all the spices to a small bowl.
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Whisk or stir the spices together until evenly combined.
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Transfer the Cajun seasoning to an airtight spice jar or container.
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Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
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Use about 1–2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning per pound of meat or vegetables.
Notes
Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level.
For a salt-free Cajun seasoning, simply omit the salt and season your food separately.
Fresh spices will give the seasoning the best flavor.
Find it online: https://www.firsthomelovelife.com/homemade-cajun-seasoning/