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Creole Seasoning Blend - Recreate the
Traditional Flavours of Louisiana Cuisine

You really get to enjoy a taste of Louisiana with this herby Creole seasoning blend. And just a few of the traditional foods you could enhance with this mix include: Gumbo filé, court bouillon, jambalaya, bouillabaisse and crayfish bisque. (See the bottom of the page for other recipes)

data-custom-mark="true"Note: If you have them available, use whole peppercorns. Or use pre-ground pepper if that's all you have and reduce the amount you add by about half and stir in with the other powders.

Homemade Creole Seasoning Blend

What You'll Need: (makes about 10-11 tablespoons)

3 tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp chili powder
4 tsp dried thyme
4 tsp black peppercorns (or 2 tsp ground)
2 tsp onion powder
6 dried bay leaves
1-2 tsp sea salt 

tbsp = tablespoon
tsp = teaspoon

Directions:

• Crumble the bay

• Grind the bay with the salt and peppercorns

• Sieve into a bowl

• Stir in the paprika, garlic, onion and chili powders

• Crumble in the dried herbs and combine thoroughly

Store your Creole blend in an airtight jar out of direct sunlight. Use within 3 months before making a fresh lot.

Note: Click here for step-by-step info and photos on grinding spices. (Link opens in new window)

A Little Info on Creole Cooking

Creole Seasoning Mix

Creole food arose in the 19th century and is a fusion of many different cuisines around at the time, with influences from Portuguese, French, Spanish, Mexican and Italian cultures.

You'll also find characteristics of Native American and African American cooking in there for good measure.

And no matter how you plan on using it, this homemade version is sure to give your food that something extra!

After Making Your Creole Blend You May Enjoy

Herby Vegetable Seasoning For Fab Tasting Vegetables

Ras el Hanout - The Complex Moroccan and African Blend

Masala Recipes For Authentic Tasting Indian Cooking

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