By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026

Serves 48
5 cal · 10 min
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
Recipe GLPR24608b823f0365
A vibrant, versatile spice blend that captures the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine. This aromatic mixture combines warm herbs, smoky paprika, and a kick of cayenne for a seasoning that works beautifully on proteins, vegetables, and rice dishes. Ready in minutes and perfect for storing in your spice cabinet.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
3 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Directions
In a small bowl, combine the dried oregano and dried thyme.
Add the sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and freshly ground black pepper to the bowl.
Stir all ingredients together thoroughly until evenly distributed and well combined.
Transfer the seasoning blend to an airtight container or glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and moisture for up to 6 months. Use as desired on proteins, vegetables, or rice dishes.
Comments
Every ingredient is a standard pantry staple available at any of the major Charlotte chains—oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper are all grocery basics. At roughly $15–20 total for spices that yield 48 servings, the cost per serving is negligible, under 50 cents. The stated 10 minutes is honest; this is just measuring and stirring dried spices into a jar. It reheats indefinitely because it doesn't reheat at all—you're making a dry seasoning blend that sits in your cupboard and extends the life of dozens of future meals, which is genuinely useful for a Charlotte kitchen in any season.
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