Cajun Rub 50g
Ignite Your Taste Buds with the Heat of the Bayou.Capture the bold, vibrant spirit of Southern US cooking with our authentic Cajun Rub.
This isn't a mild seasoning; it's a powerful, robust blend designed to create a flavourful, spicy crust on proteins and vegetables. We combine smoked paprika for depth, garlic and onion for savoury punch, cayenne pepper for authentic heat, and a blend of oregano and thyme for herbal notes.
This is the essential rub for creating classic "blackened" dishes, where the spices caramelise in a searing hot pan to form a delicious, intensely flavourful crust. It’s the ultimate way to add a serious kick of flavour to your BBQ, grill, or weeknight cooking, bringing the fiery soul of Louisiana directly to your Kiwi kitchen.
Why Choose Our Cajun Rub?
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Authentic, Bold Flavour: Delivers a genuine spicy, smoky, and savoury taste that is the hallmark of Cajun cuisine.
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Creates a Blackened Crust: The high-heat spice blend perfect for creating authentic blackened fish and chicken.
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Versatile Heat: Excellent on everything from seafood and poultry to vegetables and even potatoes.
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100% Natural & Free-From: Contains only pure herbs and spices. No added sugars, MSG, or artificial flavours.
Culinary Inspiration: How to Use Cajun Rub
Unlock the spicy, smoky potential of this versatile rub:
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Blackened Fish & Chicken: The classic use. Generously coat fish fillets or chicken breasts and sear in a very hot pan.
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Grilled Prawns & Seafood: Toss prawns, scallops, or squid in the rub before grilling for a spicy kick.
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BBQ Meats: Use as a dry rub for chicken wings, pork chops, or ribs before barbecuing.
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Roasted Vegetables: Toss cauliflower, potatoes, or corn on the cob in oil and Cajun rub before roasting.
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Spicy Popcorn: Shake over popcorn for a fiery snack.
How to Use: For blackening, coat protein generously and cook in a very hot cast-iron skillet. For grilling, coat meat and let it marinate for 30 minutes before cooking.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry place to protect its potent heat and aroma.
Ingredients: salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, onion powder, spice mix
Information
Recipe for Cajun Rub
Blackened Cajun Chicken
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 5 mins (+ 10 mins rest)
Cook Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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2–3 tbsp Cajun rub (store-bought or homemade—see notes)
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2 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil)
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1 tbsp smoked paprika (if your rub lacks smokiness)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
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Salt to taste (most Cajun rubs are salty already)
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Lemon wedges & chopped parsley (to serve)
For Homemade Cajun Rub (if needed):
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2 tbsp paprika
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp onion powder
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1 tbsp dried oregano
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1 tbsp dried thyme
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1 tsp cayenne
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
Instructions:
1. Prep the Chicken:
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Pat chicken dry—critical for a good crust.
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Coat generously with Cajun rub, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne. Let sit 10 mins.
2. Sear to Perfection:
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Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot.
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Add butter (it will foam). Immediately add chicken.
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Cook 5–6 mins per side until blackened crust forms and internal temp hits 75°C/165°F.
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Don’t move the chicken until flipping!
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3. Serve:
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Rest 5 mins. Squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle parsley.
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Pair with dirty rice, collard greens, or creamy coleslaw.
Why This Recipe Works?
🔥 Cajun Rub Magic: The blend of paprika, garlic, and cayenne creates a punchy, smoky crust.
🔥 Cast-Iron Secret: Super-high heat locks in juices while charring the spices.
Other Top Cajun Rub Recipes:
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Cajun Shrimp Boil (with potatoes, corn, and sausage)
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Blackened Salmon (same technique, incredible flavor)
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Cajun Fries (toss fries in rub + oil, then bake)
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Grilled Cajun Corn (buttered and heavily seasoned)
Specifications
Barcode 9421903916518
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