Cajun Seasoning Recipes - Mouthwatering
Aromas and Taste For Your Cajun Cooking

Make your own Cajun seasoning recipes and you can enjoy the unique flavours of Louisiana cuisine anytime! Use them for pan blackening, as a dry rub or just as a good old seasoning for many traditional dishes. This version uses optional filé powder which makes it especially good for making authentic gumbos. 

What You'll Need: (makes about 9-10 tablespoons)

4 tbsp paprika powder
2 tbsp dried parsley
2 tbsp black peppercorns
2 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp dried oregano 
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp dried chervil
2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp celery seeds
2 tsp filé powder (optional)
1-2 tsp salt 
8 dried bay leaves

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Crumble the bay leaves
  • Grind the bay pieces with the peppercorns, celery and cumin seeds and salt
  • Once ground add to a bowl
  • Add the filé (if using), paprika, cayenne, garlic and onion powders to the bowl and combine thoroughly
  • Finally, crumble in the dried parsley, oregano and chervil. Combine again

Store in an airtight container in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Use within 6 months before making a fresh lot.

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