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diy essentials: brilliant blackened seasoning

Andy59 avatar
Recipe by
Andy Anderson !
@Andy59
Wichita, KS

This is my go-to recipe for use on shrimp and fish; however, the other day, I tried it on some chicken breasts and it was excellent. The ingredients are common to most pantries, and if you store it in a cool/dry place it should last 4 to 5 months. Some store-bought brands are heavy on the heat, and way too salty for my tastes. When made at home, you control the heat, and salt; plus, you know exactly what is in it. If you are using with shrimp, serve with rice, and make it a meal, or serve in a bowl with some dipping sauce, and have at it. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For diy essentials: brilliant blackened seasoning

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 3 Tbsp
    hungarian paprika
  • 3 tsp
    dehydrated onions, ground to a powder
  • 3 Tbsp
    garlic powder
  • 2 tsp
    dried thyme
  • 2 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp
    white pepper, freshly ground
  • cayenne pepper, to taste
  • kosher salt, to taste

How To Make diy essentials: brilliant blackened seasoning

  • 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • 2
    I usually wind up adding about 1/4 teaspoon of the cayenne pepper, and about 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • 3
    Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 4
    Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
  • 5
    Whisk together until combined, then place in a tightly-sealed container, in a cool/dry place, until ready to use.
  • 6
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • So yummy
    7
    One of my favorite ways to use this is on shrimp. I throw some oil in a hot sauté pan, throw in the shrimp, and sprinkle on the seasoning, until coated. Toss in the hot pan for 4 – 5 minutes, and serve with rice and a few lime wedges. Enjoy.
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    8
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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