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Copycat Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning

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This Copycat Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning is such a great seasoning mix. Make sure to check out my other Copycat Recipes for even more delicious copycat recipes. In our house, we make a ton and this seasoning is one that we use a lot of! It’s the perfect blend of seasonings and a bit of heat.

I like to pair this creole seasoning recipe with so many foods because it reminds me of my favorite New Orleans restaurant! Except I get to enjoy the flavors right at home!

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Don’t miss out on this easy and simple seasoning recipe. It’s full of fun flavors and I love the heat that the cayenne pepper brings!

Copycat Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning

This cajun seasoning really is one of my favorite seasoning blends. And I also love that I don’t have to turn on the oven at all or bake anything to get this great taste. I just get to measure, stir, and use as I want to over the next few months. It doesn’t get any better than that!

We eat a lot of southern foods in our house so it’s safe to say that this seasoning blend gets used a ton of times. And isn’t that the point? To make up something and then have everyone love to eat it?

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What is the best way to store seasonings?

Once you make this simple cajun spice, you just need to store in an airtight container or airtight jar. It should last for up to 3 months this way.

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Here’s what goes into this flavorful Creole blend:

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This is a homemade version of Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning, made with simple pantry ingredients.

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What do you put creole seasoning on?

I love adding it to soups and pasta but you can also add it to gumbo as well. It works perfectly with anything that you want to give a southern flavor to!

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FAQ Section for Copycat Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning Recipe:

Tony Chachere’s famous Creole seasoning contains a blend of salt, red pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and other spices. Some homemade versions also include paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, and thyme for extra depth of flavor.

To keep your seasoning fresh, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It will stay fresh for up to 6 months. Avoid storing near heat or moisture, as this can cause clumping.

Yes! If you prefer a lower-sodium version, simply reduce the salt in the recipe or use a salt substitute. You can also add more garlic powder, paprika, or black pepper to maintain a bold flavor without as much salt.

Creole seasoning typically contains more herbs like oregano, thyme, and basil, making it a bit more complex in flavor. Cajun seasoning, on the other hand, tends to be spicier and simpler, focusing on paprika, cayenne, and black pepper. This homemade mix leans more Creole but can be adjusted to taste!

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Copycat Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning

Kelli Miller

This homemade Creole seasoning is a bold and flavorful blend of paprika, garlic, oregano, and spices, perfect for seasoning meats, seafood, vegetables, and more. A Copycat Tony Chachere’s recipe, this DIY mix is easy to make, customizable, and adds the perfect Creole kick to any dish!

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Spices and Condiments
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 30
Calories 5 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tablespoon(s) onion powder
  • 1 Tablespoon(s) garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon(s) dried oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon(s) dried basil
  • ½ Tablespoon(s) dried thyme
  • ½ Tablespoon(s) black pepper crushed
  • ½ Tablespoon(s) white pepper
  • ½ Tablespoon(s) cayenne pepper
  • 2 ½ Tablespoon(s) paprika
  • 1 ½ Tablespoon(s) salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

Notes

This seasoning mix makes 30 servings, assuming a standard serving size of 1 teaspoon per use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tspCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gSodium: 350mg
Keyword Best Creole Spice Blend, Copycat Tony Chachere’s Recipe, DIY Cajun Seasoning Mix, Easy Cajun Seasoning, Homemade Creole Seasoning, Louisiana Creole Seasoning, Southern Cooking Spices
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  1. Thank you. This looks like the best one I have found. We are addicted to TC but like to make my own clean spice blends.

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