Blackening Spice Blend

Blackening Spice Blend

A smoky, peppery spice mix that forms a dark, flavorful crust on fish, chicken, or shrimp.

Total 5 min Makes 8 oz Calories 8/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This blend combines paprika, cayenne, and dried herbs for the deeply seasoned crust that defines Cajun-style blackened cooking. Rub it onto proteins before searing in a hot skillet to build a rich, spiced exterior while keeping the inside tender. Store any extra in an airtight jar for quick weeknight seasoning.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Method

  1. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, kosher salt, and cumin.

  2. Whisk or stir thoroughly until the spices are evenly distributed with no clumps of paprika remaining.

  3. Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

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Blackening Spice Blend

This blend combines paprika, cayenne, and dried herbs for the deeply seasoned crust that defines Cajun-style blackened cooking. Rub it onto proteins before searing in a hot skillet to build a rich, spiced exterior while keeping the inside tender. Store any extra in an airtight jar for quick weeknight seasoning.

5 min 8 oz 8 cal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Method

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, kosher salt, and cumin.

  2. 2

    Whisk or stir thoroughly until the spices are evenly distributed with no clumps of paprika remaining.

  3. 3

    Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.