Creole Seasoning Blend Recipe - Capture
the True Taste of New Orleans Cuisine

If you're into cooking New Orleans style, then putting together a Creole seasoning blend recipe is a must. This easy-to-make mix is just the thing for capturing the authentic taste of this most cosmopolitan of cuisines. Use it for making classic dishes: gumbos, dirty rice, yakamein, crayfish bisque or a traditional jambalaya to name just a few.

What You'll Need: (makes about 8-9 tablespoons)

3 tbsp sweet paprika powder (or regular paprika)
2 tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp dried parsley
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
2 tsp cayenne pepper 
2 tsp black peppercorns 
1-2 tsp salt
1 tsp celery seeds
1 tsp black peppercorns
6 dried bay leaves

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

  • Crumble the bay leaves
  • Grind the bay pieces along with the celery seeds, salt and black and white peppercorns
  • Once ground, add to a bowl
  • Stir in the paprika, cayenne, onion and garlic powders
  • Finally, crumble in the dried oregano and parsley. Combine thoroughly

Store your Creole spice in an airtight jar, in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Use within 6 months before making more.

For further info and tips on grinding ingredients, see the grinding page. (Link opens in new window)

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