Name: Louisiana Seasoning
Total time: 8 min
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon celery salt; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon pepper

Why This Recipe Works

While you can buy Cajun or Creole Louisiana seasoning blends in the grocery store, they’re often harsh and stale-tasting. We prefer to make our own. A hefty dose of paprika gives a strong earthy backbone to the blend. Thyme, garlic, and celery salt add New Orleans flavors while cayenne brings the heat.

Before You Begin

You’ll need just 2 tablespoons of this Cajun seasoning for our Pork Grillades recipe (see related content); try the leftover seasoning on scrambled eggs, boiled potatoes, or roast chicken.