New Orleans Style

What’s life without spice?

My thoughts on cajun spices…

What can I say?  There is no life without spice.

 
New Orleans seasonings are an essential part of New Orleans itself. Can you imagine New Orleans without celery, onion, and peppers. Our divine trinity.
When people are headed to New Orleans for vacation, they can hardly contain themselves til they get their first full taste of the flavors and spices of Cajun Louisiana country. The aroma of the onion, the sweetness of the bell pepper, and the crunch and saltiness of the celery are essential in true Cajun cuisine. We are a city of many historic heritages, and these ingredients reflect that.
New Orleans seasonings are often proprietary in families. Sometimes you don’t even tell your best friend. Secret ingredients can include various percentages and textures of oregano, celery seeds, and black pepper or white pepper. The not so secret components can include chopped garlic, kitchen sink spices (chocolate anyone?), salt, dried onion, imported paprika, and red hot chili peppers.
With these ingredients in your kitchen, you will be cooking like a New Orleans native in no time.