Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning Recipe

Unless you are careful about your choices, you may be adding lots of unnecessary sodium to your dishes when using spice mixtures. In most commercial Cajun seasoning blends, salt is one of the primary ingredients, often listed first or second on the ingredient list. This means it makes up a significant portion of the product and isn’t adding any oomph to your Cajun or Creole dishes.

Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning Mix

This recipe captures the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine without the added sodium.

Yields: Approximately ½ cup Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• ½ medium bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)

Equipment

• Spice grinder, small food processor, or coffee grinder
• Airtight container for storage

Instructions

1. Combine: Add all ingredients to your spice grinder, food processor, or coffee grinder.
2. Grind: Process the spices until finely ground.
3. Store: Transfer the seasoning mix to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place. It will keep for several months.

Tips

• Adjust the heat: Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
• Taste and season: Since this blend is salt-free, remember to taste your dishes as you cook and add salt as needed.
• Versatile use: This seasoning mix can be used in any recipe that calls for Cajun spices. It’s excellent on chicken, fish, shrimp, vegetables, and in stews and soups.

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine without the extra salt!