Last Updated April 23rd, 2024 at 11:13 am by Lisa
Make homemade Cajun seasoning using common, easy-to-find spices. This versatile blend is perfect on chicken, shrimp, steaks, fries, and classics like jambalaya and gumbo.
Why make your own seasoning? It takes only a few minutes, lets you control salt and heat, and ensures you know every ingredient. Fresh homemade spice mixes also pack brighter flavor and can inspire new dishes.
How To Make Cajun Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon white pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Combine all the spices in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Small glass jars work well.
How To Store Spices and Seasonings
An inexpensive and attractive way to store homemade spice mixes is in small glass canning jars. They seal well and keep blends fresh. Vintage jars add character if you plan to gift your spice with a paper tag and string.
One classic use for Cajun seasoning is Fried Green Tomatoes. They make a great snack, lunch, or side dish—especially when served with remoulade or buttermilk ranch for dipping.
Cajun seasoning is very versatile. Use it on grilled or roasted chicken, oven fries, shrimp, steaks, pork, corn on the cob, and roasted vegetables. It’s also a staple in dishes like gumbo, maque choux, shrimp po’ boys, shrimp etouffee, and jambalaya. Try it on popcorn, deviled eggs, or mixed into dips and sauces.
Common ingredients include garlic powder, onion powder, salt, smoked paprika, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and cayenne. Optional additions: dry mustard, parsley, crushed red pepper, white pepper, celery seed, chipotle, cumin, or dried bell pepper.
More Homemade Seasoning Recipes
Making your own spice blends is easy and elevates everyday cooking. Try other homemade mixes like a Homemade Grill & BBQ Rub for steaks and pork, a simple Best Burger Seasoning for juicy hamburgers, Pumpkin Pie Spice for fall baking, or a versatile Pickling Spice for pickles and marinades. These recipes use pantry staples and dry herbs you may already have on hand.
The Best BBQ Dry Rub-
Grilled Hamburger Seasoning
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Pumpkin Pie Spice
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Pickling Spice
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Cajun Seasoning
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon white pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Mix all the spices together in a bowl.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Notes
Optional spices
You can add dry mustard, celery seed, chipotle, dried jalapeño, cumin, or dried bell pepper to customize the blend.
Cajun seasoning uses
Use this blend on proteins, vegetables, and snacks—grilled chicken, oven fries, shrimp, steaks, pork, corn, roasted vegetables, and Southern classics like gumbo, maque choux, fried green tomatoes, shrimp po’ boys, etouffee, and jambalaya.