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Home » Healthy Recipes » Homemade Cajun Seasoning Recipe

Homemade Cajun Seasoning Recipe

Last Updated February 7, 2022. Published June 9, 2020 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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Making your own seasonings is simple. You take the basic spices you have on hand and combine them to evoke your favorite flavors. My homemade Cajun seasoning recipe is perfect when you want to create Cajun food at home. I first shared it as part of my keto shrimp and cauliflower grits recipe, but it can be used for any protein or vegetable like my air fryer cajun shrimp and air fryer cajun wings!

cajun seasoning recipe in a glass spice jar

What is Cajun seasoning?

Cajun seasoning is popular, especially in Louisiana. Oftentimes, Creole and Cajun are thought of as the same thing, but this isn’t the case for foodies in the know. Creole cooking tends to use a wider range of ingredients and is thought of as quite fancy – it originated from people who were typically wealthy. While Cajun cooking is humble and characterized by vegetables, rice, and whatever protein you might find.

What is in Cajun seasoning & spice mix?

Everyone has their own spin but generally, cajun seasoning includes smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery seed, and thyme. It also includes different ground peppers.

In this recipe, I’m using staples, but also a shortcut. I’m using Old Bay seasoning as one ingredient because it includes some cajun seasoning staples and allows me to get all the flavor without going too crazy with the number of ingredients. 

ingredients in cajun seasoning (old bay, onion powder, parsley, black pepper, sea salt, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder) in separate bowls

How to Make Cajun Seasoning at Home

Select an airtight jar with a great lid. I love using these spice jars.

I love to use ones that are both pretty and functional so that I can display my seasonings to be able to use them.

Simply measure your spices into the jar, shake to combine, and store for about 6 months.

Cajun Spice Mix Recipe Uses

As I mentioned, you can use this spice mix on a variety of proteins and vegetables. Here are some tips for using it in your kitchen:

  • Use 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of seafood, beef, pork, or chicken – you can always add more to taste, but this is a good starting point
  • Mix it into your favorite sauces or dips – don’t be afraid to experiment! One teaspoon goes a long way!

More Recipes that Use Cajun Seasoning

  • Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
  • Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp
  • Air Fryer Cajun Wings
  • Cajun Chicken Thighs
  • Cauliflower Rice Jambalaya
  • Shrimp Cauliflower Cheese Grits
  • Low-Carb Cajun Stir-Fry Skillet Dinner
  • Low-Carb Cajun Andouille Cheese Dip

Other Spice Blend Recipes

Don’t stop with just Cajun! Whatever cuisine is your favorite, you’ll find your favorite low-carb seasonings here. I urge you to take out all your spices and mix up your own blends today so you aren’t picking up packets at the store that contain less than desirable ingredients.

  • Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • Keto Taco Seasoning
  • Keto Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • Italian Seasoning Mix

If you try this recipe, please stop back and leave it a star rating and/or a review in the comments. Stay connected & share photos of your creations with me & others on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest! 

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Homemade Cajun Seasoning Recipe

Enjoy southern flavors at home with this Homemade Cajun Seasoning recipe. Plus, get low-carb recipes like my Southern Shrimp & Cauliflower Grits to enjoy this seasoning with.
Prep: 2 mins
Ready in: 2 mins
Cuisine: American
Course: Spice Blend
Servings: 12 tsp
Calories: 6kcal
Author: Davinah
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Ingredients

  • 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tsp Natural Ancient Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper, optional
  • 4 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp Dried Parsley

Instructions

  • Add all of the spices to a glass jar
  • Mix the spices and store them in an air-tight container for up to 6 months

Nutrition Details

Calories: 6kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 354IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutrition facts come from entering the recipe ingredients into Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. They may vary for any recipe based on the exact product used. The keto sweeteners I use have 0g net carbs & are not included because sugar alcohols do not impact most people. This is provided as a courtesy, but you can do your own calculations if you wish!

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  1. ashok says

    December 16, 2020 at 10:31 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks For sharing this Great Recipe. My Family Loved it. I am definitely sharing this recipe and this website with my friend. Hope they also love it. Thank you again for sharing such a great recipe.

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    • Davinah says

      December 23, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      Glad that you all enjoyed it! Thanks!

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