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Cajun Spice Mix

By John Currence

3.3

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Use this fresh blend of spices and herbs to add pep to the Cajun-Spiced Turkey and Crawfish Gravy , or to season blackened redfish or gumbo.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

5 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder

Preparation

  1. Stir all ingredients in a small bowl to blend. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

TagsCajun & CreoleSouthernAmericanDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeQuickEasyNo-CookThanksgivingBon Appétit

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