By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 2
181 cal · 5 min
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
Recipe GLPRf0928a374435e8
A vibrant, aromatic spice blend inspired by Louisiana Cajun cuisine. This homemade seasoning combines smoked paprika, garlic, oregano, and warm spices with a gentle heat from cayenne pepper. Perfect for seasoning meats, vegetables, rice dishes, and seafood. Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to six months.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Directions
Gather all dried spices and seasonings in one location to ensure accuracy when measuring.
Measure the smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, onion powder, kosher salt, and celery seeds into a small bowl.
Add the dried thyme, freshly ground black pepper, and mustard powder to the bowl.
Stir in the cayenne pepper, adjusting the amount to your preferred level of heat if desired.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly with a spoon or whisk until the blend is evenly distributed and no lumps remain.
Transfer the finished seasoning to an airtight glass jar or spice container.
Label the container with the name and date, then store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Comments
This is a smart swap for bottled Cajun seasoning and costs pennies per batch—all ingredients are shelf staples at every Charlotte chain, with no special stops required. The five-minute time is honest and accurate for mixing. The real value is longevity: once made, this keeps for months in a sealed jar and seasons dozens of weeknight proteins, soups, and rice dishes, making it a kitchen investment rather than a one-dish recipe. The only caveat is that celery seeds can vary in freshness depending on how long they've sat in your spice cabinet, so buy them fresh if you're building this from scratch.
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