This Cajun spice recipe can be made as spicy or as mild as you prefer for your taste or your family’s tastes. The cool thing about this is that if you make a milder version of the Cajun spice blend, you can always add more spice to each dish, or each person can add their own spiciness to their own plate. Use it for this amazing Jambalaya recipe!
Cajun Spice Blend
An amazing Cajun spice blend with a perfectly rounded flavour that perks up all your Cajun and Creole dishes.
Ingredients
To Make about 1 Cup
- 1Tbsp +2 tsp Paprika
- 4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp Oregano
- 2 tsp Cayenne
- 2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp White Pepper
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
To Make 2 Tbsp of Spice for a recipe
- 2 Tsp Paprika
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 Tsp White Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Oregano
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne
- 1/4 Tsp Thyme
- 1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
Mix Thoroughly.
For the larger version: store in an airtight container.
Notes
Don't add salt to spice blends, the seasoning of food should be done at the time of cooking so it is easier to control.
Will store for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 39Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
We are not certified nutritionists and make no claims to be so. The nutritional information given here is intended for informational purposes only. These nutritional calculations are rounded numbers dependant on the certain ingredients and amounts in the recipe and are by no means perfect.
What is Cajun Spice Made up of?
Cajun spice is a blend of herbs and spices that are added to most Cajun dishes. Every chef or cook has their own version of this recipe, (or should) but it basically boils down to these ingredients:
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Oregano
- Cayenne
- Black Pepper
- White Pepper
- Thyme
- Red Pepper Flakes
How do I make Cajun Spice?
Honestly, just measure out all of the ingredients into one bowl and mix well. It is ready to go! If you make a large batch (there is a small and large recipe in the card) keep the rest in an airtight container for up to 3 months. A great idea is to make this and bottle it for your friends and family as edible gifts!
Should I add Salt to my Spice Blends?
Never. When making any spice blend you want to be able to spice up the dish, but add the seasoning/salt separately. This is because any of the ingredients can already be seasoned, such as a cheese or sausage, and this could make your entire dish over seasoned and ruined. Over salted dishes are the worst, especially if you just spent all that time, effort and money making the dish. This Cajun spice recipe is a perfect blend of herbs and spices, the salt will be added as you cook so as to keep the salt content to your liking.
