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Homemade Blackened Seasoning Recipe for Bold Flavor

Blackened Seasoning {Easy Homemade Recipe}

This homemade Blackened Seasoning is simple to make, sugar-free, gluten-free, and made with only natural spices—unlike many store-bought blends.

Blackened Seasoning {Easy Homemade recipe} in a small container

It delivers a savory, smoky, slightly spicy flavor that enhances vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood. The recipe is easy to adjust to your preferred heat and salt levels.

Blackened Seasoning {Easy Homemade recipe} in a spoon

How to Customize the Blackened Seasoning

This blend is written to be moderate in heat, but you can easily adjust it. Ideas:

  • Reduce or omit the salt for a low-sodium version.
  • Add ½–1 teaspoon more cayenne pepper to increase the spice level.
Spices in a bowl for the Blackened Seasoning {Easy Homemade recipe}

How to Use Blackened Seasoning

This seasoning is perfect for blackening chicken, fish, or shrimp. For about one pound of protein, a good guideline is 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1½–2 tablespoons of the seasoning.

Basic blackening method (using fish as an example):

  • Pat the fish dry.
  • Coat lightly with olive oil.
  • Rub the seasoning on both sides of the fillets.
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  • Heat a skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter and wait until the pan is very hot.
  • Cook the fillets, flipping only once halfway through.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.
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Recipes to Try It On

Make a batch of this Blackened Seasoning and try it on a variety of dishes. Use it as a sprinkle, dry rub, or stir it into sauces for added smokiness and spice.

  • Blackened Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos
  • One-Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta (a lighter version)
  • Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp stuffed with cheese and jalapeños
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Enjoy!

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Homemade Blackened Seasoning {Easy Homemade Recipe}

This homemade Blackened Seasoning is quick to prepare, sugar-free, gluten-free, and uses only natural spices. It works well on vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 5 tablespoons

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoon salt (I use sea salt)
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon thyme
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Mix all the spices together thoroughly. Store the blend in an airtight jar or container.

Notes

For 1 pound of fish, chicken, or meat: coat with about 1 tablespoon olive oil and use roughly 1½–2 tablespoons blackened seasoning, rubbing it on both sides.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Cajun
Keyword: seasoning

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