HOMEMADE BLACKENING SEASONING

Want to add some savoury, smokey, and slightly spicy flavor to your meals? Blackened seasoning is a blend of Cajun and Creole flavours that also has a delicious kick of heat. Making your own blackening seasoning is super easy, and is also sugar-free, gluten-free, and made with common spices you probably already have in your pantry without the added chemicals and preservatives found in store bought blends.

Use it to season poultry, seafood, meats or veggies.

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 tsp smoked or sweet paprika (or half of each!)

• 1/8 tsp celery seed

• 2 1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 2 1/2 tsp dried thyme

• 4 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tsp onion powder

• 2 Himalayan or Sea salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Blend together thoroughly. Store in airtight container. 

To use:

Dry whichever protein (chicken, seafood, beef, vegetables, etc) first.

Coat with 1 Tbsp olive or avocado oil, and 2 Tbsp blackened seasoning per pound of meat or vegetables.

Grill, sear, or roast to your desired doneness.