Karen's Best Cajun Seasoning Blend
The most flavorful Cajun Seasoning Blend with a nice spicy kick! See the important ingredients that make it special. Salt-free ~ add salt when needed. Use for blackening, and an all-purpose seasoning.
Servings: 24 1 teaspoon servings; makes 1/2 cup
Equipment
- 1 spice grinder (if grinding your herbs & spices)
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 2 1/2 teaspoons dehydrated toasted onion ground
- 3 tablespoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder (gives a nice smoky taste with heat)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried lemon peel* ground with a little texture
Instructions
- The method depends on if you are grinding your own spices OR purchasing them ground.
- I grind my own spices to achieve the perfect consistency.I use a spice grinder, and grind these herbs and spices so they have a fine coarsely-ground consistency - but not too ground that it's a powder.
- To Make: Combine all ingredients well. Add salt to your liking. Store in a glass container with a tight seal away from heat or light.
Notes
When spices are ground right before using - the best and freshest blend is achieved.
And - the freshness of the spices is important too! *Lemon Rind: You can dehydrate the peels, then grind.
Alternately - finely grate the rind, place on a piece of parchment paper
and air dry in the sun. This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer
And - the freshness of the spices is important too! *Lemon Rind: You can dehydrate the peels, then grind.
Alternately - finely grate the rind, place on a piece of parchment paper
and air dry in the sun. This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer
Nutrition
Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 538IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg