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Blackened Seasoning Recipe

Course condiment, Spice Blend
Cuisine American, Cajun, Mexican, southern, tex-mex
Keyword low-sodium, Spice Blend, taco spice
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 15 servings
Calories 26kcal

Equipment

  • 1 bowl
  • Spice Jar
  • Paper plate

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup regular chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
  • 3 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons garlic granules or garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ancho
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a bit of heat
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients
    ¼ cup regular chili powder, 2 tablespoons sweet paprika, 3 tablespoons ground cumin, 2 tablespoons garlic granules, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1 tablespoon ancho, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Stir well to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Taste the seasoning blend and adjust the salt and cayenne pepper according to your preference for saltiness and spiciness.
  • Once satisfied with the flavor, transfer the Cajun seasoning to an airtight container or spice jar for storage. To make this easy, put spices on a paper plate and fold plate in half, and the seasoning will slide in without making a mess.
  • Store the taco seasoning in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 1664IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg