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Cajun Spice Seasoning Mix in a Jar

Cajun Spice Seasoning Mix in a Jar

Name: Cajun Spice Seasoning Mix in a Jar
Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients: ¾ cup salt; ¼ cup ground cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons ground white pepper; 2 tablespoons ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons onion powder; 2 tablespoons garlic powder

Rating: 4.31 stars

137 Ratings
96 Reviews
6 Photos

A spicy and attractive gift and tastes great on potatoes, eggs, and meat.

By Debbie

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Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

1 1/2 cups

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 12 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

¾ cup salt
¼ cup ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons ground white pepper
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

While holding a pint canning jar at an angle, add ingredients to create a "sand art" look. The salt and cayenne may be divided into smaller portions and used to separate other spices. I found it simplest to use 7 cups--one with each spice in it--and add them to my jar with a spoon, as I want to create the special look.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

24 calories; protein 1g 2% DV; carbohydrates 5.1g 2% DV; fat 0.5g 1% DV; cholesterolmg; sodium 2.4mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (96)

Most helpful positive review

~TAYLOR~

09/03/2006

A good basic Cajun Seasoning mix. I usually make about one third of this at a time, and then I omit 2 Tbsp. of the salt. I also kick it up a bit by adding a tsp. each of dried basil, chili powder and a pinch or two of thyme. Thanks for giving me my starting point, Debbie. We love this stuff! Read More

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Most helpful critical review

deeorion

10/11/2005

WAY too much Salt! I had to remake it using oregano and thyme, cutting the salt from 3/4 cup (!) to 2 tablespoons. Read More

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137 Ratings

5 star values: 77
4 star values: 41
3 star values: 9
2 star values: 4
1 star values: 6

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deeorion

10/10/2005

WAY too much Salt! I had to remake it using oregano and thyme, cutting the salt from 3/4 cup (!) to 2 tablespoons. Read More

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~TAYLOR~

09/02/2006

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KLKAMRO

12/17/2003

This was the best. When I bought the spices, I saved the little plastic bottles, and used as containers to put the spice I made into them. I took the labels off, and added my own. They made great gifts. Everyone loved them! Read More

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Pamela Hazelton

06/23/2003

This makes a perfect gift. Don't let the amount of salt fool you - when you cook with it, it's not that prominent. Do, however, avoid tasting it from a spoon - your tongue will feel it for hours! Thanks so much. We used it on cheezy potatoes - yummy! Read More

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Angie Homeschool Mom

09/06/2005

I really like this seasoning on chicken and pork. I did cut the salt about in half but that is because I don't like things very salty. With 1/4 cup olive oil makes a great marinade. It was a little spicy for my kids but hubby & I loved it. Read More

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HERMES3G

05/25/2007

I made this without the salt. It is a tasty mix but you don't need to use a lot. If you don't intend to use it often try making half a batch. Read More

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LINDA MCLEAN

08/23/2006

I used this to season my chicken last night and because I didn't want to have a little chicken with my salt I cut back on the salt to two tablespoons. We could still taste it so I can't even imagine using three quarters of a cup. Read More

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KATEANNE

12/26/2003

This was fun and easy to make - made some for myself instead of as a gift. Very tasty- so far I've used it on chicken breast and on salmon and my husband raved. Probably too spicy for children though Read More

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SuperRebbetzin

12/24/2006

This is great! I ommit the salt and just add some to taste to whatever i'm making. this goes really well on cut-up sweet potatoes baked until crispy. Read More

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WAY too much Salt! I had to remake it using oregano and thyme, cutting the salt from 3/4 cup (!) to 2 tablespoons.

I made this without the salt. It is a tasty mix but you don't need to use a lot. If you don't intend to use it often try making half a batch.

This was fun and easy to make - made some for myself instead of as a gift. Very tasty- so far I've used it on chicken breast and on salmon and my husband raved. Probably too spicy for children though