This recipe for creole seasoning is way better in taste than you bought from the store. This is easy and quick to make, and it contains no fillers and preservatives. Similar to the Tony Chachere’s creole seasoning recipe.
Nothing can beat the flavor of homemade creole seasoning. This recipe of creole seasoning is a complete flavor explosion; use it over anything that needs a boost in flavor.
This recipe is suitable for
- low-carb
- vegan
- keto
- gluten-free
- paleo
- whole 30 diets.
This recipe of creole seasoning is another example of a homemade spice mix that you can prepare for yourself to add flavor and life to a huge variety of foods. It just takes 5 minutes to prepare this seasoning.
Ingredients Needed
Creole seasoning ingredients includes some everyday ingredients, which are:
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Dried thyme
- Paprika powder
- Dried basil
- Dried oregano
- White pepper
- Black pepper
- Salt
How to Make
Step 1: Add all the spices in a bowl, and mix well.
Step 2: Place in an airtight container and then use in any soup, stews, and other recipes that call for creole.
How to use this seasoning?
- You can rub it on meat or fish steak.
- You can use it as a marinade by mix it with some vinegar, olive oil, and lemon.
- Use as a gumbo seasoning.
- Consider using as jambalaya seasoning.
- You can sprinkle it over vegetables for roasting.
- You can use it over meat before grilling it.
Storage
If you properly store the creole seasoning, you can easily store it in an airtight jar for up to 1 year. Make sure to store it away from direct sunlight or in a cool place. You can also keep the jar in the refrigerator.
This homemade tony’s seasoning can actually last for up to 1 year, but it loses its vibrant flavor and freshness as time passes.
So try to make enough to last you for few months and then simply prepare a new or fresh batch.
Recipe FAQs
Make A Gift in A Jar
This quick and easy seasoning recipe makes an excellent and unique DIY gift.
Make few more batches of this recipe, pour into a unique and special airtight jar, label the jar, and add a vibrant color ribbon. Send it to your foodie friends and loved ones with some chocolates and roses.
Now, as you know everything about creole seasoning, let’s see how to prepare it.
Expert Tips And Variations
Tips and variations on how to make Cajun seasoning at home.
- You can adjust the quantity of salt and paprika as per your taste.
- You can add kosher or sea salt flakes instead of plain salt.
- Make sure that the jar you are using to store creole seasoning is completely dry and clean.
- If you want, you can put all the ingredients in the spice grinder and grind the ingredients into a powder.
- If you are going to use the seasoning more often, you can double the recipe.
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Creole Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 Tablespoon dried basil
- 1/2 Tablespoon dried thyme
- 1/2 Tablespoon black pepper crushed
- 1/2 Tablespoon white pepper
- 1/2 Tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons paprika
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons salt
Instructions
- Add all the spices into a bowl.
- Mix well, and then place the creole seasoning into an airtight container or sealable bag.
- Then use this creole seasoning for any recipe that calls for creole or Cajun spice blend.
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