Legume 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. Every ingredient here is a pure, single-source spice — paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and a trio of peppers — so there's nothing hidden and nothing to second-guess. Store-bought spice blends can be a minefield, often padded with fillers or processed on shared lines alongside legume-derived ingredients like fenugreek or chickpea flour, which makes mixing your own the smarter move. The combination of black pepper, white pepper, and cayenne creates a complex, slow-building heat that feels far more sophisticated than any pre-made packet. A little paprika brings that signature deep red color and subtle sweetness, while the dried herbs round everything out with an earthy, aromatic backbone. Whisk it together in minutes, pour it into a jar, and you've got a bold, reliable seasoning that keeps for up to six months — ready to go on chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or anything else that needs a serious flavor upgrade.
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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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