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Seafood boil seasoning blend with spices like paprika, garlic, cayenne, lemon, and herbs displayed in a bowl on a wooden surface.

Seafood Boil Seasoning

jenna Morel
This homemade seafood boil seasoning is bold, spicy, and full of classic Cajun flavor. Perfect for shrimp boils, crab legs, crawfish, and all your seafood feasts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Seasoning / Condiment
Cuisine Cajun / Southern / American
Servings 8 tablespoons (½ cup blend)
Calories 5 kcal

Ingredients
  

Seafood Boil Seasoning Mix

  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons celery salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground mustard
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt add more to taste

Instructions
 

. Mix the Seasonings

  • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until fully combined.

Taste & Adjust

  • Add more cayenne for heat, paprika for color, or salt for extra seasoning power.

Store

  • Transfer to an airtight jar.
  • Store for up to 6 months in a cool, dark place.

How to Use It

  • Seafood boil: 3–5 tablespoons per gallon of water
  • Butter sauce: 1–2 teaspoons per stick of melted butter
  • Shrimp seasoning: 1 tablespoon per pound
  • Corn & potatoes: Toss with oil + 1–2 teaspoons seasoning

Notes

  • Add 1 teaspoon sugar for a more “Old Bay–style” flavor.
  • Add lemon pepper for freshness and brightness.
  • Reduce cayenne for a mild version.
  • Great on fries, chicken, vegetables, and popcorn too.
Keyword seafood boil seasoning, cajun seasoning, shrimp boil mix