Fiery Creole Pepper Rub
Ignite your taste buds with the bold and flavorful Fiery Creole Pepper Rub, a zesty blend of smoked paprika, cayenne, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for adding a smoky, spicy kick to meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables, this homemade spice mix is a pantry essential for easy Cajun-inspired cooking. A touch of brown sugar balances the heat, while dried oregano, thyme, and garlic powder pack a punch of savory depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile rub is your go-to seasoning for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Prepare a batch, store it in an airtight container, and bring authentic Creole heat to your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Cayenne pepper
- 1.5 tablespoons Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, white pepper, kosher salt, and brown sugar.
Use a whisk or fork to mix the spices thoroughly, breaking up any clumps so the mixture is evenly blended.
Transfer the Creole pepper rub to an airtight container or spice jar for storage.
Store the rub in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months to maintain optimal flavor.
Use 1-2 tablespoons of the rub per pound of meat, seafood, or vegetables depending on your preferred spice level. Rub it generously over the food before grilling, roasting, or pan-frying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 720 mg | 15% | |
*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.
