This Low FODMAP Cajun Spice Blend is an absolute staple in our households! The name refers to its origin in Louisiana, where an incredible culinary and cultural tour-de-force combines flavors and techniques from West Africa, France, the Caribbean, and Native tribes indigenous to the area like the Choctaw, Chitimacha, and Atakapa peoples, to name only a few.
The blend combines herbs, spices, a little heat from chile peppers – and garlic and onion! Don’t fret – read on.
Low FODMAP Swaps In Our Low FODMAP Cajun Spice Mix
To make it low FODMAP, we swapped in low FODMAP garlic and onion powders. If you have a hard time tolerating spicy ingredients, you will want to go easy on the ground cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes in this blend. Cajun spice pairs well with fresh fish like salmon, prawns, pasta dishes, and Louisiana-style stews like gumbo and jambalaya.
If you love “heat” and chiles, please read our article All About Chile, Chili & Chilli & The Low FODMAP Diet.
Low FODMAP Seasoning Blend Basics
Please refer to our article, How To Make Low FODMAP Seasoning Blends, for info on purchasing spices, storage and discussions on whole spices vs. pre-ground, the best tools for grinding your own, measuring, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Conventional garlic and onion powders are made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves or onion and are high FODMAP foods. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic and onion powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic and Onion Replacers and Fodmazing Garlic or Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod products have been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic or onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic or onion powders.
FODMAP Information
All recipes are based upon Monash University & FODMAP Friendly science at time of initial publication.
- Herbs: Many fresh and dried herbs have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in an herb that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
- Low FODMAP Garlic Powder: Conventional garlic powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic Replacer and Fodmazing Garlic Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic powder.
- Low FODMAP Onion Powder: Conventional onion powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, onion and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP onion powders on the market: FreeFod Onion Replacer and Fodmazing Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional onion powder.
- Oregano: Monash University has lab tested two kinds of dried oregano, both Mediterranean and Mexican. They are low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (3 g) amounts.
- Paprika: Monash University has lab tested paprika and it is low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (2g) portion.
- Spices: Many fresh and dried spice have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in a spice that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
- Thyme: Monash University has lab tested fresh thyme and it is low FODMAP in 1 cup (16 g) amounts.
Please always refer to the Monash University & FODMAP Friendly smartphone apps for the most up-to-date lab tested information. Foods will be retested from time to time; in the case of raw ingredients, such as fruits and vegetables, results may vary. All lab tested results are valid and represent a snapshot in time. As always, your tolerance is what counts; please eat accordingly. The ultimate goal of the low FODMAP diet is to eat as broadly as possible, without triggering symptoms, for the healthiest microbiome.
Flavor For Your FODMAP Cooking
Check out all of our other low FODMAP seasonings, each as easy to make as the other.
- Low FODMAP Everything Bagel Blend
- Low FODMAP Italian Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Ethiopian Berbere Spice
- Low FODMAP Sweet BBQ Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Smoky BBQ Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Tex Mex Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Moroccan Ras-el-Hanout Spice
- Low FODMAP Mediterranean Za’atar
- Low FODMAP Salt-Free Herb Mix
- Low FODMAP Dry Ranch Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Steak Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Garam Masala
- Low FODMAP Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- Low FODMAP Cumin Allspice Dry Rub
- Low FODMAP Sweet & Spicy Dry Rub
Low FODMAP Cajun Spice Blend
The name refers to its origin in Louisiana, where an incredible culinary and cultural tour-de-force combines flavors and techniques from West Africa, France, the Caribbean, and Native tribes indigenous to the area like the Choctaw, Chitimacha, and Atakapa peoples, to name only a few. It combines herbs, spices, a little heat – and low FODMAP garlic and onion.
Low FODMAP Serving Size Info: Makes about ⅓ cup (36 g); about 18 servings; 1 teaspoon per serving
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon low FODMAP garlic powder, such as FreeFod or Fodmazing
- 1 tablespoon table salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons low FODMAP onion powder such as FreeFod or Fodmazing
- 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
Preparation:
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In a small mixing bowl, stir together all of the ingredients until well combined.
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Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark location. Use within 6 months, for best flavor.
Notes:
FODMAP Information
All recipes are based upon Monash University & FODMAP Friendly science at time of initial publication.
• Herbs: Many fresh and dried herbs have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in an herb that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
• Low FODMAP Garlic Powder: Conventional garlic powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, garlic cloves and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP garlic powders on the market: FreeFod Garlic Replacer and Fodmazing Garlic Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural garlic flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional garlic powder.
• Low FODMAP Onion Powder: Conventional onion powder is made from dried and granulated, or powdered, onion and is considered high FODMAP. There are a couple of low FODMAP onion powders on the market: FreeFod Onion Replacer and Fodmazing Onion Substitute Replacer. The FreeFod has been lab tested and is certified low FODMAP by FODMAP Friendly. Both brands contain the same ingredients – maltodextrin and natural onion flavor. We find them to be excellent additions to your herb and spice collection. Use them as you would conventional onion powder.
• Oregano: Monash University has lab tested two kinds of dried oregano, both Mediterranean and Mexican. They are low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (3 g) amounts.
• Paprika: Monash University has lab tested paprika and it is low FODMAP in 1 teaspoon (2g) portion.
• Spices: Many fresh and dried spice have been lab tested by both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly and are easily looked up in the apps, which we strongly suggest that you have. The additional good news is that if you are interested in a spice that has not been lab tested, you can look at the nutritional panel and assess its FODMAP load for yourself. If the “Sugars” and/or “Carbs” are 1 g or less per serving, then the item would be a good bet to try.
• Thyme: Monash University has lab tested fresh thyme and it is low FODMAP in 1 cup (16 g) amounts.
Please always refer to the Monash University & FODMAP Friendly smartphone apps for the most up-to-date lab tested information. Foods will be retested from time to time; in the case of raw ingredients, such as fruits and vegetables, results may vary. All lab tested results are valid and represent a snapshot in time. As always, your tolerance is what counts; please eat accordingly. The ultimate goal of the low FODMAP diet is to eat as broadly as possible, without triggering symptoms, for the healthiest microbiome.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more. For a more detailed explanation, please read our article Understanding The Nutrition Panel Within Our Recipes.
