If you don’t have any Cajun seasoning on hand, you can make your own.   Try this recipe that I previously published on FoodieOasis or experiment with your own variation.  The optional crushed red pepper flakes give it a little extra heat.

Spices for cajun seasoning mix.

Spices for cajun seasoning mix.

Cajun Seasoning Recipe
 
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This is an easy Cajun seasoning mix.
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Recipe type: Seasoning Mix
Ingredients
  • 1½ tsp. salt
  • 1½ tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
  1. Combine ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Stir to mix thoroughly.
  3. Store in an airtight container.

Cajun seasoning mix.

Cajun seasoning mix.