Barley Free Creole Seasoning
Bold, smoky, and layered with heat, this homemade Creole seasoning blend is the kind of pantry staple that transforms everyday cooking into something seriously craveable. A pinch of cayenne, a hit of white and black pepper, and the earthy backbone of paprika come together in a way that store-bought blends rarely match. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, pre-mixed spice blends can be a hidden minefield — some manufacturers use fillers or anti-caking agents derived from grains like barley. Making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the jar. Every ingredient here is a pure, single-source spice, so there's no guesswork and no label anxiety. The process couldn't be simpler — just measure, whisk, and store — and the result keeps for up to six months in an airtight container. Shake it over grilled chicken, stir it into rice, or rub it onto shrimp before they hit the pan and you'll wonder why you ever bought the pre-made stuff.
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16 servings
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
- 2
Whisk or stir with a fork until the spices are evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
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