Description
This homemade “Slap Ya Mama” seasoning is a bold and spicy Cajun-style blend perfect for adding a kick to meats, seafood, vegetables, fries, or popcorn. Made with a combination of paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and optional crushed red pepper flakes, this versatile seasoning mix is easy to prepare and brings authentic southern flavor to your dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- Combine Spices: In a small bowl, whisk together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated and evenly mixed.
- Store Seasoning: Transfer the spice blend to an airtight spice jar or container. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness and potency for up to 6 months.
- Use and Shake: Before each use, shake the container to redistribute the spices evenly. Use as a flavorful seasoning for meats, seafood, vegetables, fries, or even popcorn to add a spicy Cajun kick.
Notes
- This seasoning blend offers a bold and spicy Cajun-style flavor that enhances a variety of dishes.
- You can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper flakes to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Store in an airtight container to keep the blend fresh for up to 6 months.
- Perfect as a dry rub or general seasoning for a range of proteins and snacks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
