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An extreme close-up shot of the homemade Creole seasoning blend, showing the texture of the salt, pepper, and spices.

Homemade Slap Ya Mama Seasoning (The BEST Copycat Recipe)

Whip up this incredibly easy Homemade Slap Ya Mama Seasoning with just 5 simple ingredients! This copycat recipe lets you control the heat and salt for the perfect Cajun kick to elevate any dish from gumbo to grilled chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Seasoning
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 5
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup fine salt
  • 0.25 cup cayenne pepper Adjust to your preferred spice level.
  • 2 tbsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp onion powder

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Airtight Spice Jar

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, add the salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Using a whisk or fork, mix all the spices together until the color is uniform and everything is well combined.
  3. Transfer the seasoning mix into a clean, dry, airtight container or spice jar. Store in a cool, dark place.

Notes

For a Hotter Blend: Increase the cayenne pepper to 1/3 cup.
For a Milder Blend: Reduce the cayenne pepper to 2 tablespoons.
Storage: Store in a sealed, airtight container in a cool, dark pantry for up to 6 months for the best flavor.