Creole Seasoning-A must have Cajun seasoning that adds boldness and extra flavor to any dish. Everything you need is in your spice pantry, quick to put together and can be easily customized for personal preference.
If you’ve been around here a while, you know how much I love jazzing up my meals with cajun seasoning. Well, maybe a little bit too much. You can’t believe all the emails/messages I get about this spice blend. So it’s perfectly natural that I would create one.
Creole or Cajun seasoning is not easy to come by outside of the United States but more than likely these spices are in your pantry, especially if you like big bold flavors.
If you don’t … then you can easily get it from your neighborhood market.
Tell you what, I didn’t even have to make an extra trip to the market. The ingredients are a pantry staple- nothing exotic here.
Authentic Louisiana creole is about the complex mix of pungent herbs and spices. Every dish has layers upon layers of bold flavors that meld together flawlessly.
Achieving such deliciousness is partly due to a combination of spices, which you can easily replicate with this cajun seasoning. Both Creole and Cajun cooking terms are used interchangeably. However, Cajun seasoning is a basic blend mix: use garlic powder, onion, black pepper, and Cayenne pepper. While creole seasoning goes a bit further than these basic spices with more herbs ranging from oregano to basil and paprika.
Having your key seasonings conveniently combined makes creole cooking much easier and ensures authentic flavors every time.
Let’s face it, store brought creole seasoning is a good option but like everything else, homemade is best and it’s so easy to make your own. The key here is using quality ingredients.
There are three parts to this creole seasoning.
The base of a good creole seasoning consists of salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. For this recipe, I’ve left out the salt, because I want to be able to control the salt that goes into each dish. Sometimes I want more flavor without the salt – it helps keep things from being too salty.
After the base is done, the boldness comes in. Cayenne, white and black pepper are added for heat that is so inherent in any Cajun seasoning. Feel free to adjust the cayenne to heat tolerance. I use very little in my blend to please the whole family.
Finally, you have the herbs which adds another layer of subtle flavor to the mix. Here, I used oregano, thyme, basil and parsley. You can certainly adjust flavors to suit your tastebuds. You don’t have to use all four. Italian herbs would be a good substitute
After combining everything together, the spice mix is complete and ready to season a plethora of dishes including this gumbo and jambalaya. And everything else that rocks your boat.
And for the remaining spice mix, store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh and pungent. Trust me, it comes in handy every time.
Now that you’ve got your seasoning all done . Stay tuned for this blackened salmon and sautéed vegetables
Want another tasty homemade seasoning? Try this easy to make Italian Seasoning, too.
Enjoy!!!!
Watch How to Make It
Creole Cajun Seasoning
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons onion powder
- 3 Tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 ½ Tablespoons black pepper
- 1 ½ Tablespoons white pepper
- 6 Tablespoons paprika
- ½ - 1 Tablespoons cayenne pepper (adjust to suit taste buds)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons oregano
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons dried basil
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, or Jar and stir so that all the ingredients have been fully combined
- Store in any airtight container (or zip lock bag) and start adding to your proteins and
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Josh R. says
I am the spice king. You cut me open and my blood is well seasoned. I whipped up a batch the other night, and tonight I cooked jambalaya (or something like it cuz I only had sausage and shrimp).
The minute all that goodness hit the heat, my kitchen was taste bud heaven. I was told this was my second best meal I ever made next to chile con carne.
Thanks for the yumminess.
Imma says
Sounds impressive to hear that. Thank you so much for your love and support, browse the blog and find the more fantastic recipe that you can add to your favorite list:)
Jim Dunn says
Thanks for sharing! I just spent the weekend at Michael Arnone’s Crawfish Festival, in New Jersey and I got a taste of the Louisiana food! I want to make some, and I appreciate your guidance. I just checked all the Cajun and Creole spice blends at the supermarket, and none of them are going to cut it.
Imma says
Amazing to hear that. Thank you for your love, stay tuned to have more amazing recipes and seasoning help. I am sure you will have most of the seasonings at home 🙂
Lija Mammen says
Perfect! I appreciate that it has no salt!!!
Imma says
Great to hear that. Thank you so much stay tuned for more amazing recipes.
Usha says
Sounds delicious will try tonight
Amina says
Yeah, it is very delicious, Don’t forget to share your experience once you try it. Thank you!!!
Vicky McHenry says
I’m from New Orleans, and this is the REAL DEAL–thank you!! What do you think about adding a dash of celery salt?
Amina says
I say go for it. I love celery salt.
B W says
I used this mix in a red beans & rice and andouille. Excellent!! Also tried it sprinkled on fresh corn off the cob (or canned if you’re in a hurry) with diced red peppers, spread out on a foil-lined sheet, toss with a little oil, put under the broiler for 7-10 mins. Holy sh… good!! I now keep a ‘stash’ of this mix in my ever-expanding spice cupboard. I’m still experimenting with it in different dishes. Mmm… mac & cheese is calling… Thank you so much!!
Amina says
Thank you for5 showing your love and affection for my recipes. Sounds good that you customize as per your taste. Much Love!
Bonnie Payne says
I have searched for this recipe!!!
It is perfect for my gumbo. Thanks.
imma africanbites says
Yesss indeed! This would be great with gumbo, and with any dishes, too. This is my go-to seasoning.
Robin Lemon says
I’m a newby who loves to make my own seasonings. I Can’t wait to try this and many other recipes of yours.
imma africanbites says
Hello, Robin. This sure is a great addition to your spice rack. And once you’ve made this, perhaps you can try this with this Baked Mac and Cheese recipe Happy cooking!
Sonia says
Cooking is my hobby.. i,m going to try
Some of these interesting recipes.
Thanks for sharing..
Alisha C Nguyen says
This is sexy, date-night food. After all, there’s still a bottle of wine to use after a little has gone into the soup! We added some scallops and buttered rustic bread. Also threw in extra little dried shrimps and extra shrimp casings saved in the freezer, for deep flavor.
Charlotte says
I’m so excited to try this!
In this creole seasoning, are we meant to use Mexican or Mediterranean oregano?
Thanks!
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Charlotte ,
Either works just fine .
Clo says
How do you make your baked macaroni and cheese without the creole seasoning?
ImmaculateBites says
Yes, you can make it without Creole. But adding Creole takes this mac and cheese to a whole new level..
Linda says
This recipe taste the closest to the way my Mother mustard greens tasted. Loving It! Thanks
ImmaculateBites says
Hi Linda! I am so happy that you get to remember your sweet mom with this recipe! 🙂