Homemade Cajun Spice Blend
Homemade cajun spice blend is a homemade spice blend that is so easy to make at home! It’s the perfect blend of flavors made with spices that you probably already have in your spice drawer.
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Mixing your own spice blend at home is a great way to go. Not only do you get to customize the blend to meet your personal preference, but it’s also a budget-friendly option since most of the ingredients are probably already in your pantry!
When you make your own seasoning, your favorites will become pantry staples. I always have ranch seasoning and taco seasoning because they are so versatile!
What is cajun spice blend?
Cajun spice blend is a versatile mixture of herbs and spices that originated in Louisiana. The most common ingredients are a combination of paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme. There are other variations that might also include basil, bay leaves, salt, or celery salt.
It’s often used to season meats, seafood, and vegetables. It also tastes great in dips, sauces and so much more.
Why you will🤍this recipe
- It’s customizable, adjust the flavors to your taste.
- It’s a recipe for a small batch of seasoning, which makes about 3 tablespoons of the spice blend.
Here is what you will need to make this homemade cajun seasoning recipe
This is an overview of the ingredients and steps to make this recipe; scroll down for a printable recipe card with exact measurements and detailed instructions.
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🛒Ingredients
- Smoked paprika
- Sea salt
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
- Onion powder
- Oregano
- Cayenne pepper
- Thyme
🥄Equipment
- Measuring spoons
- Small mason jar
How to make the homemade cajun spice blend
Step 1. Measure
Measure all of the spices
Step 2. Mix
Mix all of the spices together and store in a glass jar.
Note: Double the recipe for a larger portion of the spice blend.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
The complete list of ingredients to make this recipe is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients, along with ideas for substitutes.
Smoked Paprika – Most cajun spice blends call for regular paprika, but I like the smokey flavor of smoked paprika. You can easily swap regular paprika for smoked paprika.
Cayenne Pepper – This adds heat to the spice blend. Use more or less to your taste. If you don’t have cayenne pepper, you can swap it with red pepper flakes.
How to store leftovers
Diy cajun spice mix can last for a few months in your spice cabinet stored in an airtight container such a mason jar or a spice jar. Please note that the exact shelf-life depends on the age of the spices used to make the blend.
Recipe variations
More spices – Try adding any combination of these to your spice blend: bay leaves, basil, white pepper, chili powder or celery salt.
Mild cajun blend – Leave out the cayenne pepper for a mild cajun spice blend.
Serving suggestions
Cajun spice blend is not just for cajun food, it tastes great on grilled meat, in sauces, sprinkled on roasted vegetables, roasted potatoes, or anything that you want to add a zesty flavor to. We like it in red beans and rice, spicy cajun shrimp cakes or to add a kick to pork chops.
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The addition of cayenne pepper makes cajun seasoning spicy hot. If you make your own cajun seasoning, you can adjust the heat level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
Cajun seasoning has bold flavor thanks to the cayenne pepper and smoked paprika with a touch of savory notes from the addition of thyme and oregano. The flavor profile can vary depending on the ingredients used to make it.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Measure all of the spices and mix them together.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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