
Bold, smoky, and layered with heat, this homemade Cajun seasoning blend is the kind of pantry staple that makes everything it touches taste like a proper Southern feast. Two types of paprika bring both depth and sweetness, while garlic, onion, oregano, and thyme round out the savory backbone before cayenne and white pepper deliver that signature kick. Since it's built entirely from pure dried spices and herbs, there's no hidden filler, starch, or gluten to worry about — just clean, honest flavor. For anyone navigating a red meat allergy, a reliable spice blend like this is genuinely valuable, since so many store-bought versions are processed on shared lines or blended with additives that can complicate things. Shake it over chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables, and you've got instant Cajun soul without any second-guessing. Stir it together in minutes and stash it in an airtight jar — it keeps for up to six months, so you'll always have bold seasoning ready to go.
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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.
