Blackening Seasoning
Elevate your cooking game with this bold and flavorful homemade Blackening Seasoning—a versatile Cajun-inspired spice blend that brings smoky heat and vibrant depth to any dish. Crafted with a perfect balance of pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and dried herbs, this seasoning is enhanced by optional smoked paprika and white pepper for a rich, complex flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's ideal for adding a zesty kick to fish, chicken, steak, or vegetables. Perfect for traditional blackening in a hot cast-iron skillet, this spice mix is your go-to for bold Southern cooking. Store it conveniently in an airtight jar, and enjoy fresh, restaurant-quality flavor for up to six months.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for extra smokiness)
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon White pepper (optional, for extra depth)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, measure and combine all the ingredients: paprika, smoked paprika (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper (if using), and salt.
Whisk the spices together thoroughly until evenly combined and there are no clumps.
Transfer the blackening seasoning to an airtight container, such as a spice jar or small mason jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
To use, generously coat your desired protein (such as fish, chicken, or steak) or vegetables with the seasoning before cooking. For traditional Cajun blackening, cook your seasoned ingredient in a hot cast-iron skillet with a bit of oil or butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
