Cajun Seasoning

By Millie Peartree

Updated March 16, 2026

  • David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews.
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Cajun seasoning is a robust, versatile spice blend that originated in Louisiana. It’s known for its bold, full-bodied flavor, which comes with a touch of heat. Since this seasoning blend uses ingredients that may already be in your spice cabinet, you can whip up a batch in no time for anything from sheet-pan salmon and Charleston red rice to gumbo and shrimp jambalaya.

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Ingredients

Yield:About ¼ cup

  • 2 ½ teaspoons paprika

  • 2 teaspoons onion powder

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, such as Diamond Crystal

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne

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Nutritional analysis per serving

8 grams carbs; 35 calories; 1 gram fat; 3 grams fiber; 27 milligrams sodium; 1 gram protein; 1 gram sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Store in an airtight container for 3 to 6 months.

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Remy

Omit the salt in the recipe, that way you’ll be able to increase flavor by adding more spice mix to a recipe without turning the dish into a salt lick!

CCC

I save the dessicant packs that come with my supplements or seaweed packages and put them into spice jars. Just be sure they're they types that are food safe.

Ken Horwitz

When mixing spices I never add salt to the mixture. This avoids over-salting if I want to add additional spices. I then add salt separately.

julie

Excellent! Made as is but half the salt.

Ken Horwitz

When mixing spices I never add salt to the mixture. This avoids over-salting if I want to add additional spices. I then add salt separately.

Remy

Omit the salt in the recipe, that way you’ll be able to increase flavor by adding more spice mix to a recipe without turning the dish into a salt lick!

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