Cajun Seasoning is a bold, flavorful blend that is easy to customize with more or less cayenne and salt so it tastes exactly how you like it. This homemade blend comes together in minutes and can be stored for up to six months.
Flavor: This seasoning has a smoky, savory flavor with notes of garlic, herbs, and paprika, balanced by a spicy kick from cayenne and red pepper flakes.
Why Make It: This DIY seasoning blend is spicy and versatile, perfect for so many recipes.
Serving Suggestions: Sprinkle this seasoning on Cajun chicken, blackened salmon, potatoes, vegetables, or rice to add bold flavor to everyday dishes.
Total Time: 3 Mins Servings: 4 Tablespoons Cooking Method: Just Mix and Use!
Ingredient Notes
Paprika: Paprika forms the base of the blend and helps create its signature color and flavor. Regular paprika keeps the seasoning balanced, while smoked paprika adds a deeper smoky taste.
Garlic Powder: Garlic powder adds savory depth and a rich, balanced flavor to the seasoning blend. Use garlic powder instead of garlic salt to better control the overall salt level.
Red Pepper Flakes (optional): Red pepper flakes add extra heat and a subtle texture to the seasoning blend. Leave them out if you prefer a smoother, milder flavor.
Salt: Fine table salt blends evenly throughout the seasoning, creating a consistent flavor in every bite. Adjust the amount if using the blend on naturally salty foods.
Variations: To change it up, add some brown sugar to make Cajun seasoning a little bit sweet and help the other seasonings cling to the food as it melts.
How to Make Cajun Seasoning
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl (full recipe below).
Whisk together and transfer to a jar to store.
Use Fresh Spices: Fresh spices give the best flavor. Older spices can make the blend taste flat.
Start with Less Cayenne: Start with a milder blend, then add more to taste.
Shake or Stir: Shake or stir this seasoning before each use since the finer spices can settle.
How Much Seasoning? Use about 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of meat, then adjust to taste.
Keep It Fresh Longer
Store the seasoning in a labeled airtight container in a cool, dark pantry for up to 6 months. If you keep it longer, it will still be great, but the flavor may mellow over time.
Keep it away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight, or add a small desiccant packet to prevent moisture and clumping.
Always use a dry measuring spoon to prevent clumping.
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