Beef 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 crave-worthy. A double hit of black and white pepper alongside cayenne gives it that signature slow-building warmth, while paprika adds color and depth that store-bought blends rarely match. Every ingredient here is pure spice — no fillers, no mystery additives, and absolutely nothing derived from meat, making it a completely plant-based seasoning you can reach for without a second thought. It comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a fork, and once it's in a jar on your shelf, you'll find yourself shaking it onto roasted vegetables, rice dishes, soups, and eggs all week long. The balance of garlic, onion, oregano, and thyme keeps it savory and aromatic rather than one-dimensionally spicy, so it works as a rub, a marinade base, or a finishing seasoning. Stored properly in an airtight container away from heat, it stays fresh and potent for months — meaning one quick batch does a lot of heavy lifting in the kitchen.
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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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