Nitrate & Nitrite Free Gluten Free Cajun Seasoning
Bold, smoky, and just the right amount of fiery, this homemade Cajun seasoning blend is the kind of pantry staple that makes everything it touches taste like a serious upgrade. Store-bought spice blends can be a minefield when you're avoiding nitrates and nitrites, since preservatives sometimes sneak into pre-mixed seasonings through unexpected additives or fillers. Making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going into the jar — nothing but pure, clean spices. The combination of smoked and sweet paprika gives it incredible depth, while cayenne and white pepper layer in a slow-building heat that keeps things interesting. Dried oregano and thyme round out that classic Southern character without any shortcuts. Stir it together in minutes, seal it up, and you've got a reliable, preservative-free blend ready to season chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or anything else that deserves a little Louisiana-inspired flair.
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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.