By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 2
154 cal · 5 min
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning
Recipe GLPR8989a73ca7904e
A vibrant, aromatic Creole spice blend that brings authentic New Orleans flavor to any dish. This homemade seasoning mix combines paprika, garlic, onion, cayenne, and classic dried herbs for a bold, versatile condiment that's quick to prepare and perfect for seasoning proteins, vegetables, and rice dishes.
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Ingredients
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
Directions
Pour the paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme into a small bowl or jar.
Whisk or stir all the spices together vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes until completely combined and evenly distributed, breaking up any clumps.
Transfer the seasoning blend to an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months.
Comments
This is a basic spice blend, not a recipe, but it works well as a pantry staple for Charlotte cooks. Every ingredient is available in bulk or pre-packaged at any Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, Walmart, ALDI, or Kroger banner for under $12 total if buying individual jars, or under $8 if buying them on sale or in bulk bins. The stated five minutes is honest—mixing takes two minutes and storage is indefinite. It applies well to local proteins like Gulf shrimp and Carolina chicken, and a small batch keeps for months, making it a one-time investment that pays back across dozens of meals.
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