Cajun Spice Blend

also: Cajun-Spice

Description:
Cajun is the rustic cuisine of the American South, dating back to the Acadian French who were displaced from Canada. Influenced by the Spanish and Africans, Louisiana developed a distinctive and diverse cuisine that was the inspiration for this spice blend. Cajun is very similar to the slightly more refined Creole cuisine but more strongly spiced and rustic. This spicy blend gets a slightly earthy flavor from the ancho chile. It is great for meat and vegetable stews, especially with starchy vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes or corn but can also be used for grilling.

Usage:
Add the Cajun spice blend at the beginning or end of cooking. As a marinade for meat, you can mix the mixture with oil and soak the grilled food in it 30 minutes before cooking.

Ingredients:
Black and white pepper, cayenne, ancho, birdeye chili, oregano, thyme, onion, garlic.

Known dishes:
Jambalaya, Gumbo