Best 4 Homemade Cajun Seasoning Mix Recipes

Homemade Cajun seasoning mix is a flavorful and versatile blend of spices that can be used to add a kick of flavor to a variety of dishes. It is a staple ingredient in Cajun cuisine, and it can be used to season everything from chicken and shrimp to fish and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can make your own homemade Cajun seasoning mix that is just as good as, if not better than, store-bought mixes.

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HOMEMADE CAJUN SEASONING RECIPE

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This homemade Cajun seasoning recipe is the perfect blend of spices to add flavor and zing to your everyday cooking, my go to seasoning!

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories Main Course

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne powder
1 tablespoon granulated onion
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon granulated salt
OPTIONAL OTHER INGREDIENTS
Cumin (coriander, thyme, white pepper, dried basil, celery seed, dried jalapeno powder, superhot powder, smoked chili powder, etc.)

Steps:

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Sodium 1 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

CAJUN SPICE MIX

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This is a mildly hot Cajun spice mix you make yourself with common spices from your pantry. For those who like it hotter, add the optional crushed red pepper. This makes a great oven Cajun hashbrowns!

Provided by DiamondLil

Categories Everyday Cooking

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ¼ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

Stir together salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 388.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CAJUN SEASONING MIX

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In Chimacum, Washington, Joy Rackham uses this fiery blend to add spark to baked sweet potato wedges. Or try the spicy mixture on pork, chicken or beef for a boost of zippy flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon pepper
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CAJUN POTATO WEDGES:
4 medium sweet potatoes or baking potatoes (about 3 pounds)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: about 1/4 cup., To prepare Cajun Potato Wedges: Cut each potato into eight wedges. In a large bowl, combine oil, hot pepper sauce and 2 tablespoons seasoning mix. Add potatoes; stir to coat evenly. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 15 minutes; turn. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 894mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SIMPLE CAJUN SEASONING

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Here is a simple way to make Cajun seasoning using normal kitchen spices.

Provided by azstud

Time 5m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 ½ tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine the salt, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a plastic bag and shake to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 872.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

Use a variety of spices to create a flavorful blend. Common Cajun spices include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and white pepper.
Adjust the heat level to your preference. If you like it mild, use less cayenne pepper. If you like it hot, use more.
Use freshly ground spices for the best flavor. Pre-ground spices can lose their flavor over time.
Store your Cajun seasoning in a cool, dry place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
Experiment with different combinations of spices to create your own unique blend.

Conclusion:

Homemade Cajun seasoning is a versatile blend that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's perfect for chicken, fish, seafood, vegetables, and even popcorn. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own delicious Cajun seasoning at home. So next time you're looking for a way to spice up your food, reach for your homemade Cajun seasoning. You won't be disappointed!