Homemade Cajun Seasoning
Make your own homemade cajun seasoning in 5 minutes with pantry spices. Bold, customizable, and perfect for chicken, shrimp, seafood, pasta, and more. Skip the store-bought jar forever.
Servings 11 Tbs
Calories 18kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon cracked pepper
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon celery seed
Instructions
- Get prepped. Pull all your spices out and give each one a quick sniff. If you can't smell them, they're past their prime and worth replacing before you mix.
- Mix. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir until everything is evenly distributed.
- Taste and adjust. Pinch a little between your fingers and taste it. Want more heat? Add a little more cayenne. Want it less salty? This is your chance.
- Store. Transfer to an airtight container - a mason jar or clean spice jar works great. Store in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Notes
- Paprika. Smoked paprika gives the best flavor, but regular works too.
- Cayenne. This makes a moderately spicy blend. Halve it for mild, double it for hot.
- Salt. Leave it out entirely for a salt-free version.
- Celery seed. Optional but worth it. Skip it if you don't have it.
- Storage. Store in an airtight jar in a cool dark place for up to a year. Do not refrigerate.
- Batch size. Double or triple this easily - you will go through it faster than you think.
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 845IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
