Cajun Seasoning Substitute (Keto/Sugar Free)

Make your own delicious Cajun Seasoning substitute with simple pantry ingredients. No nasties, no fillers and gluten free. This is such an easy homemade seasoning that you will love to use on everything!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Low carb – This seasoning has less than1g net carbs per serve.

Gluten free – this is a gluten free Cajun seasoning blend recipe. This makes it perfect for coeliac too. It is perfect in a simple stir fry, used as a rub for grilled meats and delicious with seafood.

Everyday ingredients – Made with everyday ingredients found in most herb and spice cupboards, and easily sourced from the supermarket.

Quick and easy – just mix it and use as needed.

What is Cajun Seasoning Substitute

Cajun seasoning is a flavorful seasoning made with chili spices, garlic, and a touch of herbs. Homemade Cajun seasoning is so easy. No nasties, fillers or gluten.

Use as a substitute for store-bought Cajun spice, Old Bay seasoning, or even Creole seasoning.

The Ingredients

Scroll to the bottom of this post for the full list of substitution for Cajun seasoning ingredients and the amount of each required.

Cajun Seasoning Substitute Ingredients in small bowls on a grey background.

These are the ingredients I use. You can adjust the amounts if you prefer to have yours spicier or less spicy. The choice is yours. You will find this recipe keto-friendly and so much better than any supermarket Cajun spices.

smoked paprika – you can use sweet paprika if you prefer to make a sweet Cajun seasoning

salt flakes – I always use sea salt flakes. Do NOT use any salt flakes that have added iodine as it will make the seasoning bitter.

garlic powder – a little goes a long way. Garlic powder is a great addition to any seasoning.

onion powder – onion powder or onion salt can be used.

oregano – dried oregano is best.

Cayenne pepper – this adds a little heat and spice to the Cajun spice. You can substitute ground chili powder if you prefer.

How to Make It

Step 1. Measure out all the ingredients into a bowl.

Step 2. Mix until combined!

Step 3. You can toast the spices once combined or leave that until you are going to use them.

To make your own Cajun seasoning in the Thermomix or Magimix just add all the ingredients at once and mix 5 sec/speed 3. (Make sure the hole in the lid is closed off with the cap!)

Megan’s Tips

How long will it store for?

You can store this for months in an airtight container in the pantry. I always just take notice of the best before dates of the spices I use.

Is Cajun seasoning hot?

Not in my opinion. If you do not like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of cayenne pepper used if preferred.

What can I use to substitute Cajun seasoning?

Other than this Cajun spice alternative you can use Creole Seasoning or Old Bay Seasoning if you prefer.

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This recipe makes approximately 18 teaspoons. The actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes. It is very rich so you may prefer smaller serves.
Nutritional values shown are guidelines only. They are for 1 serving using the ingredients listed. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on the brands and types of ingredients used.
Store in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 1 month. Alternatively, store in an airtight container and freeze.
The recipe card instructions contain the most basic of steps and a list of ingredients. If you have any queries, questions or are unsure of substitutions, please scroll up to the blog post for more information.