Making your own Blackened Seasoning mix is super simple! With just 9 ingredients, you can mix up your own blackened seasoning; it literally takes just a few minutes. This seasoning recipe can be used on just about anything that you are cooking and adds a huge amount of flavor to any dish!
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Is cajun seasoning the same as blackening seasoning?
Although Cajun seasoning and blackening seasoning often contain many of the same ingredients and a similar flavor profile, they are not exactly the same. Cajun seasoning is typically more spicy than a traditional blackening seasoning.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy to prepare.
- More economical than buying it.
- You control the sodium content.
- Great taste.
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What do You need to make Blackened Seasoning Mix?
The great thing about this is you probably already have everything you need to make this recipe in your pantry or kitchen spice cupboard at the ready.
Ingredients
- Paprika – This dried red pepper spice brings a mild, sweet flavor to any dish.
- Garlic powder – You can substitute granulated garlic if you don’t have garlic powder.
- Onion Powder – Offers the flavor of onion in any dish.
- Cayenne Pepper – Adds just a hint of heat; you can reduce the amount of cayenne if you don’t like spice.
- Sea salt – Sea salt is pure organic salt that works perfectly in this recipe.
- Fresh ground pepper – Always try to use fresh ground pepper. The flavor is much better than pre-ground pepper.
- Dried thyme – This herb is a staple in my kitchen; I use it in a great many recipes.
- Dried oregano – This herb has a slightly piney flavor and a hint of bitterness.
- Dried basil – Another herb that is a staple in our kitchen, adds a hint of sweetness to the seasoning.
HOw to make blackened seasoning
This recipe is honestly so easy there is no reason to buy your blackened seasoning from the grocer!
In a small bowl, combine all the herbs and spices and mix thoroughly. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in your pantry. This blackened seasoning will keep for 6 to 12 months in an airtight jar.
What makes blackened food blackened?
Blackened food is food that is coated with a mixture of herbs and spices (blackened seasoning) and then cooked in butter in a very hot skillet (traditionally cast iron). The combination of the charred spices and the browned milk solids from the butter result in the characteristic browned or blackened color of the crust.
How can I use blackened seasoning?
We use blackening seasoning for so many things! It is wonderful on seafood like salmon or shrimp and chicken; I’ve even used it in my chicken Alfredo as it gives it the perfect kick! Shake well before using, as the spices can settle towards the bottom over time.
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Blackened Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsps paprika
- 1 Tbsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsps cayenne pepper
- 2 tsps sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all spices and mix thoroughly. Store in an airtight jar or container for up to 12 months.
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