HOMEMADE CAJUN SPICE SEASONING

Homemade spice mix are the best! Whether you want to bake, grill or fry, spice mixes give your food that much more deliciousness. Spice mix can be either sweet like pumpkin spice or savoury like piri piri spice mix. I made some delicious Cajun Chicken Drumsticks that were so yummy, there was no left over. Simple to make and takes little time to make, all the ingredients are readily available in your local market!

INGREDIENTS

2 Teaspoon Salt
2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

METHOD

Add salt to bowl

Add garlic and onion powder

Add thyme herb

Add ground paprika

Add oregano herb

Add black pepper

Add cayenne spice

Cajun spice mix ready

Mix ingredients well until combined

Pour cajun seasoning in jar with airtight lid

Store for several months is not using immediately

HOMEMADE CAJUN SPICE SEASONING

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 05 Minutes

Cook time: 00 Minutes

Total time: 05 Minutes

Yield: 1 Jar

Ingredients

• 2 Teaspoon Salt
• 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
• 2 1/2 Teaspoons Paprika
• 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 1 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper flakes

Cooking Directions

1. Add salt to bowl. Add garlic and onion powder, dried thyme, ground paprika, dried oregano,black pepper and cayenne spice
2. Mix ingredients well until combined
3. Pour Cajun seasoning in jar with airtight lid. Store for several months is not using immediately

Here are 20 flavorful recipe ideas using Cajun Spice Seasoning, perfect for adding a bold, smoky, and spicy kick to your dishes:

Poultry Dishes

1. Cajun Grilled Chicken – Rub chicken breasts or thighs with Cajun spice, then grill until smoky and tender.

2. Cajun Chicken Alfredo – Sauté chicken with Cajun seasoning, then toss with creamy Alfredo pasta.

3. Cajun Chicken Tenders – Coat chicken strips in a Cajun seasoning mix, then bake or fry for crispy tenders.

4. Cajun Chicken Skewers – Skewer chunks of chicken, season with Cajun spice, and grill or roast.

5. Cajun Chicken Salad – Grill Cajun-spiced chicken and serve on a salad with a tangy dressing.

Seafood Dishes

6. Cajun Shrimp – Sauté shrimp in butter and Cajun seasoning for a quick, spicy dish.

7. Blackened Fish – Coat fish fillets with Cajun seasoning, then sear in a hot skillet for a blackened crust.

8. Cajun Shrimp Tacos – Toss shrimp in Cajun seasoning, cook, and serve in soft tortillas with slaw.

9. Cajun Crab Cakes – Add Cajun seasoning to crab cake mixture for an extra punch of flavor.

10. Cajun Shrimp and Grits – Serve spicy Cajun shrimp over creamy, buttery grits.

Meat Dishes

11. Cajun Pork Chops – Season pork chops with Cajun seasoning and grill or pan-fry for a smoky flavor.

12. Cajun Steak – Rub Cajun spice onto steaks before grilling or pan-searing.

13. Cajun Meatballs – Add Cajun seasoning to your meatball mix for a spicy twist.

14. Cajun-Style Ribs – Rub ribs with Cajun seasoning and slow-cook or grill for tender, spicy meat.

15. Cajun Beef Stir Fry – Toss beef strips in Cajun seasoning and stir-fry with peppers and onions.

Rice & Grains

16. Cajun Rice – Cook rice with Cajun seasoning, bell peppers, and onions for a flavorful side dish.

17. Cajun Quinoa – Season quinoa with Cajun spice for a spicy, protein-packed base.

18. Cajun Jambalaya – A classic dish of rice, sausage, shrimp, and chicken cooked with Cajun seasoning.

19. Cajun Rice Pilaf – Add Cajun spice to your rice pilaf mix for a savory, smoky flavor.

20. Cajun Fried Rice – Stir-fry leftover rice with Cajun seasoning, vegetables, and protein for a quick meal.

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