Nitrate & Nitrite 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 exciting. Store-bought spice blends can be a minefield when you're avoiding preservatives, since many commercial versions sneak in anti-caking agents or additives that don't belong anywhere near a clean spice rack. This recipe keeps things completely pure — just paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, three kinds of pepper, and salt, all whisked together in one bowl. The combination of black, white, and cayenne pepper creates a complex, building heat that feels far more sophisticated than any pre-packaged version. Making it yourself also means you control the salt level and can scale the batch up or down depending on how much cooking you have planned. Store it in an airtight jar away from heat and it'll stay vibrant and potent for up to six months, ready to season everything from roasted chicken to sautéed shrimp at a moment's notice.
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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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