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Homemade Blackening Seasoning

Published: Aug 13, 2014 · Modified: May 13, 2024 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links

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Homemade Blackening Seasoning Recipe

Elevate your dishes with the smokey depth of homemade blackening seasoning, crafted to perfection in your own kitchen in the matter of minutes.

Homemade Blackening Seasoning Recipe

Crafting this Homemade Blackening Seasoning Recipe was a spontaneous endeavor, utilizing the spices readily available in my pantry. In mere minutes, I concocted a blend that perfectly suited my whim to prepare pan-seared blackened red snapper, paired harmoniously with a vibrant homemade peach salsa. There’s something inherently delightful about the smoky, bold flavors of blackening seasoning when gracing the delicate flesh of fish.

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Why this Recipe Works

Control – Tailor the flavor profile to your preference, adjusting spice levels, saltiness, and additional herbs and aromatics to suit your taste.

Freshness – Utilize quality ingredients and avoid preservatives commonly found in store-bought blends, ensuring a vibrant, robust flavor in every dish.

Versatility – Experiment with diverse combinations of spices and herbs, allowing for endless creativity in seasoning meats, seafood, vegetables, and more.

FAQs

How long does homemade blackening seasoning last?

Homemade blackening seasoning typically lasts for several months if stored properly in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. However, it’s best to use your senses to determine if the seasoning blend has lost its potency or freshness over time.

Can I adjust the spiciness level to my preference?

Absolutely! Adjusting the spiciness level of homemade blackening seasoning is one of its perks. You can easily increase or decrease the amount of spicy ingredients like cayenne pepper or chili powder to suit your taste.

What’s the best way to store homemade seasoning?

The best way to store homemade blackening seasoning is in an airtight container to prevent moisture and air from affecting its flavor. Keep it in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry or cupboard, away from direct sunlight and heat.

Can I use this seasoning for grilling as well as blackening?

Yes, you can! Homemade blackening seasoning is incredibly versatile and can be used for both blackening and grilling. It adds a delicious smoky flavor and a kick of spices to meats, seafood, vegetables, and more.

Are there any allergens in the homemade seasoning blend?

The allergens present in homemade blackening seasoning will depend on the specific ingredients used in your blend. Common allergens to watch out for include gluten-containing spices like paprika or cayenne pepper and any other allergens present in the herbs or spices you choose to include. Always check the ingredient labels and consider any dietary restrictions or allergies when making your seasoning blend.

Homemade Blackening Seasoning Recipe

Tips and Tricks

Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks when making blackening seasoning.

  • Toast – Toast whole spices before grinding for an extra depth of flavor.
  • Yield – This seasoning recipe yields ⅓ cup of seasoning. The nutritional calculations are based on a 1 teaspoon serving.
  • Larger Batch – Want to make a larger batch of blackening seasoning? You can double or even quadruple the recipe.
  • Storage – I like to store my seasoning in a mason jar in my cabinet.
  • Shelf Life – This seasoning mix if stored properly should be good or 3-6 months (although it never last that long in my home).

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Homemade Blackening Seasoning Recipe

Homemade Blackening Seasoning

Elevate your dishes with the smokey depth of homemade blackening seasoning, crafted to perfection in your own kitchen in the matter of minutes.
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Course: Spice
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 7kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • Measuring Spoons
  • Glass Jar

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt in a jar until evenly mixed. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Notes

  • Yield – This seasoning recipe yields ⅓ cup of seasoning. The nutritional calculations are based on a 1 teaspoon serving.
  • Larger Batch – Want to make a larger batch of blackening seasoning? You can double or even quadruple the recipe.
  • Storage – I like to store my seasoning in a mason jar in my cabinet.
  • Shelf Life – This seasoning mix if stored properly should be good or 3-6 months (although it never last that long in my home).
*Note: Nutritional calculations are estimated and may vary depending on serving size and ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 454IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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Katie is a busy mom of 2 children who loves to feed her family delicious meals that don't take hours to cook! She started her blog 15 years ago as a way to help others get cooking in the kitchen.

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  1. Wendi @ H2OBungalow

    August 13, 2014 at 10:11 am

    Yum! This looks so good. I’m so making this…my husband and I grew up in New Orleans and we LOVE blackened anything! Sharing too!

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    • Katie

      August 13, 2014 at 9:59 pm

      Very cool! Yes–and best of all you can decide how spicy you want the seasoning to be!

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