How to Use Cajun in a Sentence

Cajun

noun

• The Cajun recipe tops crispy grit cakes with a rich pork stew.
  — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2023
• As the locals say, there are three ways to become a Cajun: by the ring, by the blood, and by the back door.
  — Robert N. Jenkins, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
• Third up was Cajun salmon with mashed potatoes and corn.
  — Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2024
• For example, a serving of large Cajun fries from Popeyes has two grams of trans fat.
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 27 June 2023
• Crab Cake – An ample lump of fresh crab cake served with Cajun remoulade.
  — Jordyn Brown, Essence, 3 Jan. 2024
• The recipes are for food that’s appeared on screen, behind the scenes as food for the cast, and pre-dating the series from his Cajun heritage.
  — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2023
• Note: Brands of Cajun seasoning vary in salt level, so adjust the salt in the recipe as needed.
  — Tina Martinez, Good Housekeeping, 16 May 2023
• The Cajun food spot doubles as a destination for jazz and blues.
  — Dallasnews.com Staff, Dallas News, 15 June 2023
• The signature seafood boil cooks crawfish, snow crab, corn and other items in a broth of Cajun spices and the Chinese shi san xiang 13-spice blend.
  — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2023
• Prices start at $8 for the sandwiches and range up to $19 for the more substantial dishes like Cajun Chicken Pasta.
  — Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2024
• For a twist on shrimp and grits, try this easy seafood recipe that features rice, shrimp, crabmeat, bacon, and plenty of Cajun seasoning.
  — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
• The restaurant serves fish (tilapia, cod, whiting, catfish), shrimp, lobster and gator tail and Cajun seafood dishes such as snow crab or shrimp platters and more.
  — The Courier-Journal, 12 June 2023
• The Big Easy Burger: bacon, pepper jack cheese, Cajun remoulade, jalapeno, and purple onion.
  — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Apr. 2024
• This big-batch Cajun lemonade recipe is sure to become one of your favorites to serve at pool parties, mid-morning brunches, or weekends at the lake.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2024
• Local restaurants and food trucks will be on-site with every creole and Cajun dish imaginable.
  — Ronny Maye, Essence, 12 Feb. 2024
• Some other fun options include a Cajun or Creole seasoning blend, garam masala and ras el hanout.
  — Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024
• Really, the only way to know for sure a gator is good and dead is after he’s rendered into nuggets and served deep-fried with Cajun seasoning and a nice remoulade sauce.
  — Will Brantley, Field & Stream, 1 June 2023
• This creole seafood restaurant serves fish (tilapia, cod, whiting, catfish), shrimp, lobster, and gator tail and Cajun seafood dishes such as snow crab or shrimp platters and more.
  — The Courier-Journal, 8 May 2023
• Menu items cover breakfast to dinner with classics like biscuits and pork sausage gravy or Cajun-style pasta with chicken.
  — Asonta Benetti, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2023
• Try it pan-seared with blackening spices or Cajun seasoning.
  — Paul Kita, Men's Health, 29 Aug. 2023
• Other menu favorites include the Cajun chicken filet biscuit, two-piece chicken dinner and the Bo Berry biscuit.
  — Tanasia Kenney, Sacramento Bee, 15 Apr. 2024
• Plus Cajun, Creole, and Asian fare; seafood; barbecue; pastries; coffee; espresso; beer; wine; and more.
  — Lauren Daley, BostonGlobe.com, 30 Aug. 2023
• Based on the ingredients list, the Cajun ranch sauce is flavored with that tangy Southern favorite, buttermilk.
  — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2024
• Outside, food booths offered fare ranging from African meat and veggie platters to Asian pork buns and Cajun gumbo and jambalaya.
  — Deborah Sullivan Brennan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2023
• In a city synonymous with Creole and Cajun cuisine, Italian food too often gets left out of the conversation.
  — Cameron Quincy Todd, Saveur, 15 Nov. 2023
• Find Cajun, Creole, Asian fare, seafood, barbecue, plus pastries, coffee, espresso, beer, wine and more.
  — Lauren Daley, BostonGlobe.com, 31 Aug. 2023
• Diners can choose their spice level and pick between lemon pepper or Cajun seasoning.
  — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2023
• Abbeville’s omelet caps off a weekend celebrating Cajun culture and language with music, art and a parade.
  — Anna Mindess, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2023
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet combine sausage, chicken, Cajun seasoning, and sage.
  — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
• Come for the signature Cajun chicken or tuna tartare – best enjoyed with a glass of rosé, of course — and stay for the harbor views and people-watching opportunities.
  — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2023

Last Updated: 5 Sep 2024