Ingredient

Creole Seasoning

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use Creole seasoning to add a savory, spicy, and aromatic flavor to a …

What it is

Creole seasoning is a blend of spices and herbs used in Cajun and Creole cuisines, originating from Louisiana. While specific recipes vary, common ingredients include paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, and salt.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Creole seasoning to add a savory, spicy, and aromatic flavor to a wide variety of foods. It is frequently used in rubs for meats and seafood, as a seasoning for vegetables, and as a key ingredient in dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and etouffee.

Health notes

Creole seasoning is a mixture of spices and herbs, which are generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as food ingredients. The individual spices are not typically subject to specific FDA additive regulations unless they are used in highly purified or concentrated forms. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many common spices, and EFSA has also assessed various herbs and spices for safety. At typical dietary levels, these ingredients are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Creole seasoning is not a major allergen. However, some commercial blends may contain anti-caking agents or other additives that could potentially be derived from allergens, so checking the product label is recommended.

Products containing Creole Seasoning

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Fish House Foods Company Jalapeno Crab & Cheese Spread, Jalapeno, Crab, Cheese Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 200kcal 3.3Protein 16.7Fat 10Carbs Fish House Foods Company Crab Ball, Jalapeno Butter & Spread 233kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 13.3Carbs MKM Enterprises, LLC Chicken & Andouille Gumbo Other Soups High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 72kcal 4.6Protein 3.4Fat 5.5Carbs Big Daddy Sauces LLC Bomb BBQ Sauce, Bomb Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 107kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.4Carbs MKM Enterprises, LLC Shrimp & Crab Gumbo Other Soups High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 72kcal 3.4Protein 3.8Fat 5.1Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Shrimp & Sausage Jambalaya Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 109kcal 6.6Protein 3.1Fat 13.6Carbs

Tony Chachere's Creole Foods of Opelousas, Inc. Honey Bacon & BBQ Injectable Marinade, Honey Bacon & BBQ Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 67kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.3Carbs Blend Mark LLC Gumbo Mix, Gumbo Other Soups 333kcal 11.1Protein 0Fat 55.6Carbs U Snooze U Looze Productions Multigrain Bread Breads & Buns 5800kcal 186Protein 75Fat 1089Carbs U Snooze U Looze Productions Old Mission, Multigrain Bread, Zydeco, Zydeco Breads & Buns 5800kcal 186Protein 75Fat 1089Carbs Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods, Inc. Poultry Gravy Starter, Poultry Gravy Mix High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 25kcal 0Protein 0Fat 5Carbs Phoenix Food LLC Gumbo Mix, Gumbo Other Soups 300kcal 0Protein 0Fat 80Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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