Garlic Chili Seasoning

• Garlic goes well with all kinds of seafood and black pepper and cayenne pepper impart a spicy taste to shrimp. Combine one 8 oz. box of salt with 2 oz. each of black pepper and cayenne pepper. Add 1 oz. each of garlic powder and chili powder. Mix well and rub on shrimp before grilling or pan frying. You can also serve this seasoning on the side filled in individual shaker bottles to sprinkle on cooked shrimp or seafood.

Jerk Seasoning

• Jerk seasoning is traditionally applied to tough meats but it also complements delicate meats like shrimp and fish. The nutty aroma of jerk seasoning is enhanced by cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Mix together 2 tbsp. dried minced onion or onion powder, 2 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, 2 tsp. allspice powder, 2 tsp. black pepper powder, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon powder, 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper and 1/2 tsp. salt. Brush oil over the shrimp and rub jerk seasoning all over. Allow it to marinate for at least one hour and grill or pan fry as desired.

Cajun Seasoning

• Cajun seasoning has a base of salt to which spices and herbs are added. Combine one 8 oz. box of salt with 3 tbsp. black pepper powder, 2 tbsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. onion powder, 1 tsp. nutmeg powder, 2 tbsp. dried parsley, 4 tbsp. cayenne pepper and 2 tbsp. chili powder. Mix well and rub shrimp on all sides. Marinate and cook as desired.

Five Spice Powder

• Five spice powder is a Chinese seasoning that is used to flavor meat, pork and seafood. It lends a unique nutty aroma to foods and is prominently used in Chinese and Asian cuisine. Mix together 2 tsp. anise seed powder, 2 tsp. black pepper powder, 2 tsp. fennel seeds powder, 2 tsp. clove powder, 2 tsp. cinnamon powder, 1/2 tsp. ginger powder and 1/2 tsp. allspice powder. Rub on shrimp along with a smear of oil to keep the shrimp moist. Cook as desired.