Rajin Cajun Spice
Transform your everyday meals with the bold and zesty flavors of Rajin Cajun Spice—a homemade spice blend bursting with aromatic herbs and smoky, fiery heat. This quick and versatile recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare, combining pantry staples like sweet paprika, garlic powder, and dried thyme with a hint of cayenne and smoked paprika for a classic Cajun kick. Perfect for seasoning chicken, fish, shrimp, steak, or even roasted veggies, this spice mix strikes a balance between earthy, savory, and slightly spicy notes. Store it in an airtight container for up to 6 months and keep your kitchen stocked with this flavorful powerhouse, ready to elevate dishes from ordinary to extraordinary. Ideal for meal preps, grilling, or adding a Southern twist to your weeknight dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
Instructions
Gather all the spices and measure them accurately using measuring spoons.
In a small mixing bowl, combine sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, salt, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
Mix the spices thoroughly using a whisk or a spoon until evenly combined.
Transfer the spice blend to an airtight container or a glass jar with a lid. Label it with the name and date.
Store the Rajin Cajun spice mix in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It will stay fresh for up to 6 months.
Use this spice mix to season chicken, fish, shrimp, steak, vegetables, or even popcorn for a flavorful kick. Experiment with the quantity to suit your spice tolerance!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1963 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 701 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.
