How to Spice it Up Like a Real Cajun!

If you are in New Orleans just the right amount of Cajun Seasoning is all you need to make a dish complete. The unique blend of spices is unforgettable, especially when combined with dishes like Andouille (smoked sausage based dish originally brought to Louisiana by the French colonists).

Can’t make it to New Orleans or don’t want to leave the house? Here is how to make your own Cajun Seasoning Mix.  It is basically salt with a variety of spices.

Ingredients:

  • table salt, 26 oz
  • cayenne pepper, 5 tbs
  • black pepper, 3 tbs
  • onion powder, 3 tbs
  • garlic powder, 3 tbs
  • chili powder, 3 tbs
  • thyme, 1 tbs
  • sweet basil, 1 tbs
  • bay leaf, 1 tbs

Mixing the Seasoning:

Add all the seasoning (except the salt) in a blender.  Cover and blend until it has a fine consistency. (Beware of the dust!) Mix the blended spices with the salt until you achieve a uniform color. Use as you would salt.