Homemade Cajun Seasoning
This homemade Cajun seasoning is smoky, savory, gently spicy, and easy to mix with simple pantry spices. Use it on chicken, shrimp, potatoes, rice, pasta, vegetables, soups, beans, and creamy Cajun recipes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon white pepper optional
- 1 teaspoon dried basil optional
- 1 teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, white pepper, dried basil, and salt to a small bowl.
- Mix very well until the spices are evenly blended and there are no clumps of paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder.
- Taste and adjust if needed. Add a little more cayenne for extra heat, or leave the salt out if you prefer to control the salt in each recipe.
- Transfer the Cajun seasoning to a clean, dry spice jar or airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct light. Shake the jar before each use.
Notes
- For a mild Cajun seasoning, keep the cayenne pepper at 1 teaspoon.
- For a hotter blend, add an extra 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
- For a salt-free Cajun seasoning, leave the salt out completely and add salt separately when cooking.
- Use about 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning for 1 pound of chicken.
- Use 1 to 2 teaspoons for 1 pound of shrimp, or 1 to 2 teaspoons in pasta, rice, soups, beans, and creamy sauces.
- For the best flavor, use within 3 to 6 months.
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