Special Diet Information
Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Whoo--eeeee!"
-Justin Wilson, Cajun chef
The refrigerator light goes on...
If you wish to make your own spice for your Cajun recipes, this one is good because it also gives you control over the amount of salt added. Many of the Cajun spice blends that you can purchase have 2 and 3 times the amount of sodium as this recipe. Salt does add a lot to many Cajun recipes and that's why I have used a little more in this blend. You can use less if you are on a low-sodium diet. Try this with Scrambled Eggs or with the Shrimp Etouffee.
Cajun Spice
Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 teaspoon spice
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4.
Keeps well in a spice jar.
| 2 tsp | paprika |
| 1 tsp | salt |
| 1/4 tsp | onion powder |
| 1/4 tsp | garlic powder |
| 1/4 tsp | cayenne pepper |
| 1/4 tsp | fresh ground black pepper |
| 1/4 tsp | dried thyme leaves |
| 1/4 tsp | dried oregano leaves |
Combine the paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, thyme and oregano in a small bowl. Mix together until well blended.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 tsp. spice
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
| Calories 5 | Calories from Fat 0 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 582mg | 27% |
| Total Carbohydrates 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
| Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 0g |
| Vitamin A 12% | Vitamin C 2% |
| Calcium 1% | Iron 2% |
| Vitamin K 3 mcg | Potassium 39 mg |
| Magnesium 3 mg | |