Easy Copycat Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe (2024)

By: Author Tressa Jamil

Posted on Published: June 8, 2023- Last updated: October 17, 2023

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Spice up your kitchen with our homemade Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe; use the spice blend to flavor everything from chicken, fish, pork, and veggies to snacks.

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Table Of Contents

What is Slap Ya Mama Seasoning?
Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Ingredients
How to Make Our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe
Expert Tips
How to Use Slap Ya Mama Seasoning
What to Do With the Leftovers
Frequently Asked Questions
Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe

What is Slap Ya Mama Seasoning?

Slap Ya Mama Seasoning is a brand of Cajun seasoning from Louisiana, United States. It’s known for its bold flavor and for adding a zesty kick to dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, seafood boils, and fried chicken.

The name “Slap Ya Mama” is a cheeky way of saying that the intense flavor will make you want to “slap ya mama” (please don’t do that). The spice blend has gained popularity among home cooks and chefs looking to add a Cajun twist and flavor to everyday meals.

Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Ingredients

SmokedPaprika: Paprika adds a mild, smoky, and slightly sweet flavor.
Seasoning Salt: Seasoning salt is an all-purpose blend of salt and other herbs and spices. When included in our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe, it lends savory flavor and enhances the other spices.
Onion Powder: Onion powder gives the seasoning a savory and slightly sweet taste.
Garlic Powder: Garlic powder imparts a sweet and distinct garlicky flavor.
Cayenne Pepper: Cayenne pepper is responsible for the heat in Cajun seasoning. Adjust the amount according to your preference and tolerance for heat. It’s always a good idea to start with a smaller amount and gradually add more if desired.
Black Pepper: Black pepper provides a robust flavor that complements the other spices for a well-rounded blend.
Oregano: Include oregano in the spice blend for earthiness.
Thyme: Dried thyme modestly flavors the Cajun spice blend with an earthy sweetness.
Red Pepper Flakes: Red chili flakes add an extra kick.

How to Make Our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe

The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl; stir to combine.

Expert Tips

Start with fresh spices – this makes all the difference; spices lose their flavor over time, especially ground spices.
This Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe yields about 1/2 cup; make what you need for a particular meal, or you may want to double or triple the recipe for quick use later on.

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How to Use Slap Ya Mama Seasoning

Jazz up your favorite meals with our homemade Cajun seasoning. Generously season meat like chicken, beef, pork, or shrimp before grilling, roasting, or sautéing. Use it to enhance soups, stews, or gumbo, and it’s a must-have for seafood boils.

If that’s not enough, use our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe to provide a spicy twist to snacks like popcorn, roasted nuts, roasted chickpeas, or potato chips. You can also sprinkle it onappetizerslikedeviled eggs without vinegar.

What to Do With the Leftovers

Storage – After combining the spices, store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor; keep the container in a cool, dry place for the best quality; this helps preserve the flavor and aroma of the spices. Use our Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe within 4-6 weeks of preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What seasoning is in Slap Ya Mama?

The base ingredients for the Louisiana-based spice blend include cayenne, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and paprika- everything else is extra!

What is a substitute for slap ya mama seasoning?

You can’t beat a homemade seasoning like this one butTony Chachere’s Creole Seasoningis a great alternative.

Where to buy Slap Ya Mama Seasoning?

Since you’re searching for how to make a Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe at home, chances are you’ve purchased and tasted the spice blend before. Nevertheless, this question comes up a lot.

You will find the Original Slap Ya Mama Seasoning in the spice aisle of any mainstream grocery store. However, if you prefer one of their variations, like theHot,White Pepper, andLow SodiumBlend, your best option for purchasing a specific spice blend is to buy it online.

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Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe

Tressa Jamil

Spice up your kitchen with our homemade Slap Ya Mama Seasoning recipe; use the spice blend to flavor chicken, fish, pork, veggies, and snacks.

5 from 15 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Spice Blends

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 17 kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Airtight Container

Ingredients

1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon seasoning salt
1½ teaspoons onion powder
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl; stir to combine.
Store the spice blend in an airtight container.

Notes

Expert Tips:

Start with fresh spices – this makes all the difference; spices lose their flavor over time, especially ground spices.
This Slap Ya Mama Seasoning Recipe yields about 1/2 cup; make what you need for a particular meal, or you may want to double or triple the recipe for quick use later on.

Nutrition Disclosure:

The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.

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