
Bold, smoky, and layered with heat, this homemade Cajun seasoning blend delivers serious Southern flavor with nothing but pantry spices. Two kinds of paprika — smoked and sweet — build a rich, complex base, while garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme round out that classic Louisiana-style depth. A trio of peppers (black, cayenne, and white) gives it a slow, satisfying burn that store-bought blends rarely get right. The whole thing comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a spoon, then keeps in an airtight jar for up to six months. Since it's made entirely from dried spices and herbs, there's zero concern about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact — you know exactly what's going in. Shake it over chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or rice dishes whenever you want an instant flavor upgrade. Once you make your own, it's nearly impossible to go back to the pre-packaged stuff.
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Combine the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and white pepper in a small bowl and stir until evenly blended.
Transfer the seasoning blend to an airtight jar or container and seal tightly. Store at room temperature away from heat and light for up to 6 months.
