Add bold seasoning and flavor to just about any dish with this fantastic Cajun Spice Mix! Delicious on fish, chicken, potatoes and more!
Cajun Seasoning
I like to spice things up…literally. It’s funny how over the years I’ve gone from enjoying the more mellow flavors to really getting a kick out of the spicier side of life. Maybe my taste buds are dying off or maybe I’ve just really grown to love and appreciate the heat from spicy foods.
Reece is showing his Peruvian blood more and more. No, he’s still super blonde and fair BUT man oh man does this kid love spicy food! He can’t get enough of it. When we go to Chipotle he wants ALL the salsas on his burrito bowl and then grabs a bottle of hot sauce and liberally applies that to the whole bowl. And then usually goes back in for more.
This is proof that he’s Chris’s son. Not there was ever any doubt or anything 🙂
This Cajun Seasoning Mix is a great way to add bold seasoning and flavor to just about any dish – fish, chicken, potatoes – you name it! It’s super easy to make your own, and trust me, it’s way better than just going with a store bought blend.
For Christmas this year, I made up a bunch of the cajun spice mix and bottled it in these adorable mason spice jars – so cute right? I think this is the perfect gift for those people you have a hard time buying for…like all the men in my life. Such a cute stocking stuffer as well!
I printed out little labels and taped them to the top of the jar and then tied on a “Here’s to keeping things spicy this year!” tag – easy and fun.
This Cajun Spice Mix is so versatile you’ll find yourself pulling it from your spice cabinet time and again – just trying to keep things spicy!
- 1½ Tbls kosher salt
- 2 Tbls garlic powder
- 2 Tbls + 1 tsp paprika
- 1 Tbls freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Tbls cayenne
- 1 Tbls onion powder
- 1 Tbls dried thyme
- 1 Tbls dried oregano
- 1-2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Combine all ingredients.
- Use a funnel to pour into a spice jar or airtight container.
- Use as needed.
Keeping it spicy!
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Maria says
February 24, 2015 at 7:20 PMHi Trish,
It was nice to meet you this weekend at BYBC. I’ve admired your blog for along time! And can I just say this Cajun Seasoning is calling my name! YUMMY!!! Thanks for the recipe!
Maria
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says
December 29, 2014 at 1:38 AMCajun is our FAVORITE. No joke!! We always order french fries “Cajun-style” wherever we can. (Wingstop and Five Guys both have them!) SO good!! Reece would definitely get along with my guy. He’s the exact same at Chipotle, and he always asks for the hottest options when we go out for Indian and Thai food. 😉 Pinned!
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says
December 28, 2014 at 10:44 AMI love to mix up my own spice blends. This one looks great. Pinning! Happy holidays, Trish 🙂
Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says
December 27, 2014 at 12:22 PMHaha – maybe instead of your tastebuds dying, they’re just getting stronger:) This sounds like a seasoning my mom would like (and it’s her birthday next week, which makes the timing just perfect!). Hope you had a wonderful holiday!
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
December 25, 2014 at 7:01 PMThank you!!!!! This is exactly what I need in my bag of culinary tricks!!!!
Liz says
December 23, 2014 at 4:03 PMThank you Trish. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Amy @Very Culinary says
December 23, 2014 at 8:08 AMI’m roasting a whole chicken next week and plan on using it!
Mir says
December 23, 2014 at 3:09 AMMy husband is just like your son. It’s never too spicy! I can’t wait to try this on him!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
December 22, 2014 at 4:47 PMI can’t wait to use mine!! Love this idea Trish!