Flavor Profile
Salty and peppery from paprika, cayenne, and black pepper, followed by roasted garlic and onion with thyme and oregano.
How To Use
Stir into gumbo or jambalaya early so spices bloom. Also season shrimp, salmon, chicken, or fried catfish.
FAQ
What is Creole seasoning made of?
Creole seasoning is typically built on paprika, salt, and pepper, with garlic, onion, cayenne, and dried herbs. This blend uses Hungarian paprika, cayenne, black pepper, thyme, and oregano for heat and herbal depth.
What is the difference between Creole and Cajun seasoning?
Creole seasoning usually contains more dried herbs like thyme and oregano, along with paprika and garlic. Cajun seasoning often leans more heavily on pepper and cayenne with fewer herbs, giving it a sharper heat.
Can I use Creole seasoning for seafood?
Yes. It works well on shrimp, crab, crawfish, salmon, and fried catfish. It can be used as a dry rub, added to a seafood boil, or stirred into sauces like remoulade.
Creole seasoning is typically built on paprika, salt, and pepper, with garlic, onion, cayenne, and dried herbs. This blend uses Hungarian paprika, cayenne, black pepper, thyme, and oregano for heat and herbal depth.
What is the difference between Creole and Cajun seasoning?
Creole seasoning usually contains more dried herbs like thyme and oregano, along with paprika and garlic. Cajun seasoning often leans more heavily on pepper and cayenne with fewer herbs, giving it a sharper heat.
Can I use Creole seasoning for seafood?
Yes. It works well on shrimp, crab, crawfish, salmon, and fried catfish. It can be used as a dry rub, added to a seafood boil, or stirred into sauces like remoulade.