The flavorful ingredients in this homemade New Orleans-style Creole Seasoning recipe spice mix include paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, basil, and thyme.
Prep Time: 5 mins | Total Time: 5 mins |
Servings: 20 | Yield: 1 1/4 cups |
Your Creole and Cajun recipes will taste even better with this aromatic spice and herb blend, all without the added sodium found in store-bought brands. Add a pinch to soups, stews, eggs, and vegetables for a burst of flavor.
Creole Seasoning Ingredients
The three main ingredients of a good creole blend are the peppers, the herbs, and the spices.
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Black pepper
- White pepper
- Dried oregano
- Dried basil
- Dried thyme
There are other ingredients you can include.
How to Make Creole Seasoning Recipe
Simply combine all the ingredients in a food processor, coffee bean, or spice grinder to create your Creole seasoning. Once combined, pulse a few times and you’re done.
In the absence of a food processor, just combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to mix them well. Make sure the spice blend is kept in a cool, dry place in your pantry and that it is sealed tightly.
It could last up to eight months or longer if kept fresh. We’re not sure how long it will take exactly because it depends on how fresh your spices are.
After that, you can still use the Creole spice, but with time, its flavor does wane. Humidity can also contribute to clumping in the blend. You should prepare a new batch of the Creole seasoning recipe if that occurs.
What is the Difference Between Creole Seasoning and Cajun Seasoning?
The main ingredients of cajun seasoning are ground peppers (white, black, and red). These are also frequently found in creole seasoning, along with herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme. Bay leaf and rosemary are frequently added as well.
Garlic, onion, paprika, cayenne, thyme, oregano, basil, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and a little smoked pepper are all included in our homemade seasoning blend. This seasoning blend has an abundance of flavor.
Despite their differences, there are enough similarities between Cajun and Creole seasoning to use one instead of the other when necessary. This spice blend can therefore be used for any recipe that asks for Cajun or Creole seasoning.
How to Use Creole Seasoning
This spice blend is so adaptable that it will undoubtedly become a staple in your spice collection. Here are some more suggestions to get you going:
- Gumbo
- Jambalaya
- Shrimp, Crawfish, or Crab Boil
- Seasoned Rice
- Soups & Stews
- Salads
- Burgers
- Eggs
- Pasta and Potato Salads
- Sprinkled on French Fries and Baked Potatoes
- Popcorn
- Dry Rub or Marinade for Grilled Meats, Poultry and Seafood
- Vegetables
- Whisked into your Vinaigrette for a Zesty Dressing
Why Make Creole Seasoning at Home
Any seasoning blend is always superior when made at home. You have control over the quality of the ingredients because, occasionally, you never know how long those store-bought spice mixes have been around.
It is completely adaptable to your preferences. Increase the cayenne pepper or other spice in your dish if you prefer it to have more bite.