Nutmeg Free Gluten Free Cajun Seasoning
Cajun seasoning is one of those pantry staples that can transform a simple piece of chicken, a pot of rice, or a batch of roasted vegetables into something seriously craveable. The problem with store-bought blends is that you never quite know what's hiding in them — and many commercial versions sneak in warm spices like nutmeg that can catch you off guard. This homemade blend keeps things clean and intentional, leaning on smoked and sweet paprika for depth, garlic and onion powder for savory backbone, and a trio of peppers for that signature Cajun heat. Dried oregano and thyme round everything out with an herby, aromatic quality that makes the blend smell incredible straight out of the jar. Stir it together in minutes, seal it up, and you've got a reliable, boldly flavored seasoning that's ready to go whenever inspiration strikes. It's the kind of recipe that makes you wonder why you ever bought the pre-made stuff in the first place.
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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.