Homemade Cajun Seasoning

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Homemade Cajun seasoning is ultra easy to make, taking only 5 minutes to put together! It is so flavorful and can be used on anything from this seafood gumbo to this crawfish pie or this amazing Cajun remoulade sauce!

You can even use it to season veggies, meats or fish! The blend has the perfect amount of smokiness and heat, and pairs well with so many things!

Several weeks ago, I was making these crawfish egg rolls for the blog, and was mid-recipe when I realized I didn't have any of my go-to Cajun seasoning left.

However, I did have many of the ingredients that make up Cajun seasoning so I threw together some spices and salt and made my own blend. You likely have all the ingredients you need too!

And let me tell you, it was INCREDIBLE! I knew homemade spices were better, but this? It was so much cleaner and more flavorful than the store bought version.

And it only took a couple minutes to make. The boyfriend and I have been using it on everything!

What is Cajun Seasoning?

Cajun seasoning is typically a blend of spices such as paprika, cayenne pepper, herbs, garlic and onion. It's really simple actually.

But it has a ton of flavor and a signature orange color from the paprika and cayenne pepper in it. And it's incredibly versatile - it can be used on anything from burgers to chicken to this dirty rice.

Ingredients

The full list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

I use smoked paprika in this recipe because it adds the most delectable smoky flavor to the seasoning blend.

The recipe calls for salt, but you can easily eliminate the salt if you prefer to use a salt-free version!

This is one time where fresh herbs don't really work. You want to use dried thyme and oregano for this recipe.

Use the freshest dried spices for the best flavor.

Step By Step Instructions

Seriously, it doesn't get any easier than this to get a seasoning blend that is so much more flavorful than store bought!

Combine all the spices in a bowl and mix well. Store in a sealed jar in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Yup, that's it.

How to Use Cajun Seasoning

It is so versatile! Like I said above, it can be used on burgers and chicken and steak or vegetables. You can use it on anything!

It's great in some of these Cajun recipes:

• Jambalaya Risotto
• Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
• Crispy Cajun Wings (they are so buttery and delicious!)
• Crawfish Bisque
• Cajun Pasta
• New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

But it's not only good for Cajun recipes, it can be used in any of these recipes also if you want to add some flavor!

• Instant Pot Broccoli
• Instant Pot Pork Chops
• Crispy Roasted Potatoes
• Creamed Pearl Onions
• Cheesy Cauliflower Bake

Expert Tips

1. For a salt free version, just leave the salt out and salt your dish to taste instead.
2. Add a pinch more cayenne pepper if you'd like it spicier.
3. Use the freshest dried spices for the best flavor.

Did you make this Cajun seasoning? rate the recipe and leave a comment below to let me know how you liked it!

Don't forget to check out the Cajun seasoning story!