Cajun Seasoning Mix Recipe

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In Chimacum, Washington, Joy Rackham uses this fiery blend to add spark to baked sweet potato wedges. Or try the spicy mixture on pork, chicken or beef for a boost of zippy flavor.

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  • 16 Servings
  • Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon salt
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CAJUN POTATO WEDGES:
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes or baking potatoes (about 3 pounds)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Directions

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: about 1/4 cup.
  • To prepare Cajun Potato Wedges: Cut each potato into eight wedges. In a large bowl, combine oil, hot pepper sauce and 2 tablespoons seasoning mix. Add potatoes; stir to coat evenly. Place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 15 minutes; turn. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until the potatoes are tender. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (2 tablespoons) equals 132 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 894 mg sodium, 20 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein.

Cajun Seasoning Mix published in Quick Cooking January/February 2002, p55

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