CAJUN SHRIMP SEASONING

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My husband and I love seafood recipe that are made with down-to-earth southern Louisiana-style spicy Cajun spices. One evening while making jambalaya, we realized we were out of Cajun seasoning.

I hate when I am about to make a recipe and realize I don’t have an crucial spice, how about you?

Cajun shrimp seasoning can quickly be made at home in a moments notice with a blend of simple spices and herbs, so that is what we did!

Many store-bought versions of Cajun seasoning mixes do not have the herbs add in, but I like the addition which complements shellfish such as shrimp, lobster and crab meat to bring out the best flavors.

– Paprika – lots of it! I like to use smoked paprika for the best flavor – Cayenne pepper – Fresh black pepper – Salt – I like to use pink Himalayan salt for its health benefits (rich in minerals) – Garlic powder – Onion powder – Oregano – Thyme

In a mixing bowl combine the ingredients together. Serve as a seasoning on Cajun meat and seafood cuisines.

After making the seasoning mix, store it in an airtight container and keep it in a cool dry place for up to 1 year. This recipe makes almost ⅔ cup.

Many people wonder, “Is creole seasoning the same as Cajun seasoning?” The two cuisines are not the same and here is why. Creole cuisine uses tomatoes and relies on herbs like oregano, bay leaf, basil, thyme, rosemary, parsley and paprika.

Cajun easoning does not use tomatoes and relies on the use of many peppers, such as white and black pepper, bell peppers, cayenne peppers and in some, chili peppers. The seasoning also incorporates paprika and garlic, and some add celery and onion powder.

Since this Cajun shrimp seasoning uses a blend of peppers, paprika, garlic AND oregano and thyme- it is a blend of Cajun and creole. For a full Cajun seasoning recipe, you can leave out the oregano and thyme and add 1 tablespoon of white pepper in its place.

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CAJUN SHRIMP SEASONING

My husband and I love seafood recipe that are made with down-to-earth southern Louisiana-style spicy Cajun spices. One evening while making jambalaya, we realized we were out of Cajun seasoning.

Read more