Legume Free Gluten Free Cajun Seasoning
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. Store-bought Cajun seasonings can be a minefield — many contain anti-caking agents, fillers, or hidden legume-derived additives that sneak in without much fanfare on the label. This homemade version keeps things clean and straightforward, built entirely from pure dried herbs and spices you can trust. The combination of smoked and sweet paprika gives it real depth, while cayenne, white pepper, and black pepper layer in a bold, complex heat that doesn't feel one-dimensional. Oregano and thyme round out that classic Southern character, making this blend genuinely versatile across grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and seafood. It comes together in minutes and keeps for up to six months in an airtight jar, so one quick batch means you're stocked for months of seriously flavorful cooking.
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12 servings
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp white pepper
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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.