Cajun Spice 80g

Recipes & Uses

Recipe For Cajun Spice

 Blackened Cajun Salmon 

 Recipe (Serves 2)

Cajun Spice Mix (makes extra):

• 2 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)

• 1 tbsp dried oregano

• 1 tbsp dried thyme

• 2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp salt

For the Salmon:

• 2 salmon fillets (6oz each)

• 2 tbsp Cajun spice mix

• 2 tbsp butter (or olive oil)

• 1 lemon (wedges for serving)

 Cooking Method (Cast Iron Preferred):

1. Prep: Pat salmon dry, coat generously with Cajun spice (press to adhere)

2. Sear: Heat skillet screaming hot (450°F/230°C), melt butter

3. Blacken: Cook salmon 3-4 mins per side until crust forms (don't move it!)

4. Rest: Let sit 2 mins before serving with lemon

🍽️ Serving Ritual (New Orleans Style)

✅ Creamy remoulade sauce
✅ Crispy roasted okra or collard greens
✅ Dirty rice or cheesy grits
✅ Abita Amber beer or hurricane cocktail

Pro Tips:
• For extra crust, dust with 1 tsp cornstarch in spice mix
• Lower heat? Reduce cayenne to 1 tsp, add 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Vegan option: Use cauliflower steaks or king oyster mushrooms

Why Choose SpicenEasy Cajun Spice?

Multiple flavours in one seasoning
Instead of reaching for chilli, paprika, garlic, onion, pepper and herbs separately, you have a ready-balanced Cajun-style starting point.

Spicy, but not just about heat
Good Cajun seasoning combines chilli warmth with savoury garlic, onion, herbs and earthy spice.

One of the easiest ways to season chicken
Rub it directly onto chicken before grilling, pan-frying, roasting or barbecuing.

Brilliant with seafood
Prawns and Cajun seasoning are a natural match, but it also works with fish and other seafood.

Made for quick cooking
This is the kind of seasoning you can reach for when dinner needs more flavour but you don't want to build a complicated marinade.

What Does Cajun Spice Taste Like?

Cajun seasoning is bold, savoury, spicy and earthy.

Paprika contributes warmth and depth.

Cayenne and chilli bring the heat.

Garlic and onion add savoury flavour.

Black pepper adds another kind of warmth, while herbs such as thyme and oregano bring aromatic character.

The result is much more rounded than simply sprinkling chilli over food.

It's heat with layers of flavour underneath it.

How to Use Cajun Spice

Cajun Chicken

Coat chicken breast or thighs with a little oil and Cajun Spice.

Pan-fry, grill or barbecue until cooked through.

Slice and serve with salad, rice, wraps or roasted vegetables.

Cajun Prawns

Toss prawns with Cajun Spice, olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.

Cook quickly in a hot pan or on the barbecue.

Fish

Season firm fish fillets before pan-frying or baking.

Serve with lemon and a fresh salad for an easy meal.

Potato Wedges

Toss potato or sweet potato wedges with oil and Cajun Spice before roasting.

Corn

Brush corn with butter or oil, sprinkle with Cajun Spice and grill or barbecue.

Rice

Stir a little into rice dishes when you want smoky-spicy Southern-style flavour.

One Seasoning Instead of Several Spice Jars

A Cajun-style seasoning traditionally combines several different flavours:

Chilli.
Paprika.
Garlic.
Onion.
Black pepper.
Herbs.

You could measure each ingredient separately every time.

Or you can start with one balanced blend and concentrate on the food you're actually cooking.

One seasoning. Multiple spices and herbs. Plenty of ways to use it.

That's what makes Cajun particularly useful for quick weeknight meals.

How Much Should You Use?

Cajun seasoning is designed to have character, so start with a moderate coating and build from there.

For chicken, fish or prawns, lightly coat the food with oil first, then sprinkle over the seasoning and toss or rub until evenly covered.

If you're sensitive to heat, start lightly.

If you like food with a stronger kick, add more.

The goal isn't simply to make the food hotter — it's to get enough seasoning on the surface for the garlic, herbs and spices to come through too.

Try It This Way

For a quick Cajun chicken bowl:

Coat chicken with olive oil and Cajun Spice, then pan-fry until golden.

Serve over rice with:

Corn
Capsicum
Avocado
Tomato
Fresh lime or lemon

Add yoghurt, sour cream or a creamy dressing if you want something cooling alongside the spice.

It's a simple meal where one seasoning does most of the flavour work.

Beyond Chicken & Prawns

Once you've opened the pack, try Cajun Spice on:

• Chicken wings
• Chicken thighs
• Chicken breast
• Prawns
• Fish
• Salmon
• Beef
• Pork
• Burgers
• Potato wedges
• Sweet potato
• Corn
• Cauliflower
• Roast vegetables
• Rice
• Pasta
• Eggs
• Popcorn
• Fries
• Grilled vegetables

Cajun Spice is the kind of seasoning that earns its place in the pantry because you can use it when almost any simple ingredient needs more personality.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place to help preserve its aroma, colour and flavour.

 Why This Beats Other Cajun Recipes