Oats Free Gluten Free Cajun Seasoning
Cajun seasoning is one of those pantry staples that can completely transform a weeknight meal, and making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in it. Store-bought spice blends are notorious for sneaking in unexpected fillers or being processed on shared lines alongside grains, so mixing your own is a genuinely smart move. This blend layers smoked and sweet paprika together for deep, complex color and flavor, while garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme build that classic Southern backbone. Cayenne and white pepper bring the heat from two different angles, giving it a slow, satisfying burn rather than a one-note spike. The whole thing comes together in minutes with a quick stir, and sealed in an airtight jar it stays fresh and punchy for up to six months. Shake it over chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or anything else that needs a bold, smoky kick — this is the kind of homemade shortcut that makes every meal taste like you actually tried.
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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.