Best 10 Cajun Spice Mix Recipes

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**Introducing the Delectable Cajun Spice Mix and Three Irresistible Recipes to Tantalize Your Taste Buds**

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant heart of Louisiana with our exceptional Cajun spice mix. This aromatic blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, thyme, oregano, and basil will transport you to the lively streets of New Orleans, where flavors dance and spices ignite the senses. Unleash your inner chef and explore three mouthwatering recipes that showcase the versatility of this extraordinary spice mix. From the classic Cajun shrimp and rice to the tantalizing blackened chicken and the irresistible Cajun-spiced roasted potatoes, each dish promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and delectable tastes that await you in this culinary adventure.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN SPICE RUB MIX RECIPE



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Give your life a kick! Use this mixture for barbecue or blackened steaks, shrimp, ribs, chicken, blackened fish, cajun soups, gumbos or sauces.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Cajun

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup chili powder
1/4 cup spanish paprika
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and place in a jar.
  • Store in a cool, dark place up to 1/2 a year.
  • Enjoy!

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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Use this fresh blend of spices and herbs to add pep to the Cajun-Spiced Turkey and Crawfish Gravy , or to season blackened redfish or gumbo.

Provided by John Currence

Categories     Herb     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Spice     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Thyme     Oregano     Paprika     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Stir all ingredients in a small bowl to blend. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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You can give fish, beef, pork or poultry a zesty boast with this spicy seasoning. I like to sprinkle the mix on catfish fillets before broiling them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield about 1/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons white pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CAJUN SPICE SEASONING MIX IN A JAR



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A spicy and attractive gift and tastes great on potatoes, eggs, and meat.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegan

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup salt
¼ cup ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons ground white pepper
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder

Steps:

  • While holding a pint canning jar at an angle, add ingredients to create a "sand art" look. The salt and cayenne may be divided into smaller portions and used to separate other spices. I found it simplest to use 7 cups--one with each spice in it--and add them to my jar with a spoon, as I want to create the special look.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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This is a mildly hot Cajun spice mix you make yourself with common spices from your pantry. For those who like it hotter, add the optional crushed red pepper. This makes a great oven Cajun hashbrowns!

Provided by DiamondLil

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ¼ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Stir together salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 388.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

HEART HEALTHY SHRIMP GUMBO WITH CAJUN SPICE MIX



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Perhaps this isn't authentic but is is a lot healthier and quite tasty in it's own right. For ZWT this is Southern States regional.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Gumbo

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb large shrimp, in shells (fresh or frozen)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups chopped green peppers (and or red sweet pepper)
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 ounce) cans low sodium beef broth
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cut okra
3 cups hot cooked long-grain rice or 3 cups brown rice
green onion (optional)
bottled hot pepper sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen.
  • Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired.
  • Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a medium skillet, cook flour over medium heat about 6 minutes or until brown, stirring often.
  • Transfer to a medium bowl; set aside.
  • In a 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion, sweet pepper, celery, and garlic; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Slowly whisk broth into browned flour.
  • Add broth mixture, water, and Cajun Spice Mix to Dutch oven.
  • Stir in okra.
  • Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add shrimp; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp is pink.
  • To Serve:.
  • spoon gumbo into 8 bowls. Top each serving with rice, a shrimp, and a green onion, if desired.
  • If desired, pass hot pepper sauce. Makes 8 (1-1/4 cups gumbo plus 1/3 cup rice) servings.
  • Cajun Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 71.6, Sodium 416.5, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 11.8

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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Make and share this Cajun Spice Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CHILI SPICE

Categories     Cajun

Time 5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon hot pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Makes 1/3 cup.
  • ***Tip --- for every 4 servings (1 lb boneless or 2 lb bone in) meat, poultry or fish, mix 2 tablespoons Cajun spice mix; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; and 1 clove minced garlic. Rub over meat and let stand for 10 minutes. (Make rub ahead: cover and refrigerate for up to 24hrs).

LINDAS CAJUN SPICE MIX



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Posted for ZWT5, this cajun spice mix is from Linda McCartneys 'World Of Vegetarian Cooking'. It makes approximately 50gr.

Provided by Karen Elizabeth

Categories     Cajun

Time 5m

Yield 50 grams

Number Of Ingredients 4

15 g paprika
10 g ground black pepper
2 -3 teaspoons cayenne pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix the spices together in a small bowl.
  • Store in an airtight container.

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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Make and share this Cajun Spice Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 1 bottle

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/8 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried sweet basil leaves

Steps:

  • Mix all spices together and store in a shaker.

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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This is a great spice mix to use when blackening anything. It is particularly good on fish. I think this was from a Paul Prudhomme recipe. You can play with the amounts of the spices to suit your own tastes.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Cajun

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground red pepper
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Mix all of the spices together. Done!

Tips:

  • Use fresh spices: Freshly ground spices have a more intense flavor than pre-ground spices. If you can, buy whole spices and grind them yourself just before using.
  • Toast your spices: Toasting spices before using them will bring out their flavor and aroma. You can toast spices in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.
  • Use a variety of spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. The more spices you use, the more complex the flavor of your dish will be.
  • Start with a small amount of spice and adjust to taste: It's easy to add more spice, but it's difficult to remove it. So, start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Store your spices properly: Spices should be stored in a cool, dark place in airtight containers. This will help to preserve their flavor and aroma.

Conclusion:

Homemade Cajun spice mix has a robust, complex, and spicy flavor that brings a kick to many dishes. It is an excellent addition to a variety of dishes, including chicken, fish, shrimp, vegetables, and soups. With a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can make your own Cajun spice mix in no time and enjoy the authentic taste of Louisiana cuisine.

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