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Copycat Red Lobster Cajun Seasoning

Course Seasoning
Cuisine American
Keyword cajun seasoning, copycat cajun seasoning, homemade cajun spice mix, seafood seasoning
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
A copycat Cajun seasoning with cayenne, paprika, mustard and herbs. Start with 1 to 2 teaspoons per pound of shrimp, chicken, fish or potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  • Put all ten spices in a small bowl.
  • Stir until uniform, with no streaks.
  • Pour into a zip-top bag, vacuum-seal bag, jar, or spice container with a tight lid.
  • Label it and keep in a cool, dry place.

Notes

FAQ: start with 1 to 2 teaspoons per pound of shrimp, chicken, fish, or potatoes; start low for thin or quick-cooking foods and add more after cooking. Airtight away from light and heat; within about 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 5g | Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.9g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 447IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 6 servings; dry mustard counted as ground mustard seed, dry thyme counted as dried thyme, dry oregano counted as dried oregano. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.