Cajun Spice Blend
A recipe from Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition
Cajun Spice Blend is a bit smoky, earthy, and spicy. The amount of cayenne pepper can be adjusted to control the level of heat. Do keep in mind that Cajun dishes should have a bit of a kick. That is important. This Cajun Spice Blend is great on meats, veggies, and in rice and pastas.
Ingredients:
- 2 cup Spice, paprika, smoked
- 1 cup Italian Herb Blend
- 1 cup Spice, garlic, granulated
- 1/2 cup Pepper, black, ground
- 1/2 cup Spice, onion, powder
- 1/2 cup Spice, pepper, cayenne, ground
- 1/2 cup Thyme, dried, ground
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Store, labeled and dated, in an airtight container.
Before using, stir or shake (spices may settle during storage).
Recipe Details
HACCP Category:
Process #1 (No Cook)
Yield:
1 1/2 quarts
Portion Size:
1 teaspoon
Nutrition Information:
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Calories: | 6 | cal |
| Saturated Fat: | <1 | g |
| Total Fat: | <1 | g |
| Sodium: | 1.1 | mg |
Tips:
- Make in large-bulk batches a few times a year. Store, labeled and dated, in dry storage. Maximum shelf life to maintain quality is 1 year.
