Fiery Creole Pepper Rub

Ignite your taste buds with the bold and flavorful Fiery Creole Pepper Rub, a zesty blend of smoked paprika, cayenne, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for adding a smoky, spicy kick to meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables, this homemade spice mix is a pantry essential for easy Cajun-inspired cooking. A touch of brown sugar balances the heat, while dried oregano, thyme, and garlic powder pack a punch of savory depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile rub is your go-to seasoning for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Prepare a batch, store it in an airtight container, and bring authentic Creole heat to your next meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne pepper
• 1.5 tablespoons Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon White pepper
• 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, white pepper, kosher salt, and brown sugar.

Step 2

Use a whisk or fork to mix the spices thoroughly, breaking up any clumps so the mixture is evenly blended.

Step 3

Transfer the Creole pepper rub to an airtight container or spice jar for storage.

Step 4

Store the rub in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months to maintain optimal flavor.

Step 5

Use 1-2 tablespoons of the rub per pound of meat, seafood, or vegetables depending on your preferred spice level. Rub it generously over the food before grilling, roasting, or pan-frying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	54.3 grams (54.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	162

Total Fat 3.60g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.60g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 35.50g	13%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 5.30g
Protein 6.40g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162mg	12%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 720mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.2%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 71.0%