If you want a no-fuss jerk seasoning that tastes great, this recipe is for you. Made with common spices, it brings a spicy, slightly sweet flavor to any dish. Perfect for grilled chicken or roasting vegetables.
Ingredients:
This jerk seasoning recipe is a vibrant blend of warm, spicy, and aromatic spices, perfect for adding authentic Caribbean flavor to chicken, seafood, vegetables, or any protein you love.
Each ingredient works together to bring you a fabulous jerk seasoning recipe that is both authentic and flexible to your taste preferences.
Recipe Card?
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Instructions
Combine all the spices in a bowl and stir to mix. I usually sprinkle it on dry or blend it with oil for marinating. This seasoning brings authentic jerk flavor with minimal fuss.
Combine All Ingredients
In a small bowl, add all the spices: onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, black pepper, thyme, sugar, allspice, parsley, paprika, pepper flakes, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and cumin.
Mix Thoroughly
Stir the mixture well until everything is evenly combined with no clumps.
Store Properly
Place your jerk seasoning into an airtight, moisture-resistant container. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat or humidity for up to 2 months for best flavor retention.
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Substitutions
Flexible in the kitchen? This jerk seasoning recipe allows for easy substitutions:
- Substitute white sugar with brown or coconut sugar for deeper sweetness and moisture absorption.
- Chicken bouillon can replace salt for a savory depth especially good on poultry.
- Smoked paprika adds an earthy smokiness if available.
- For heat, Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers can inspire a wet marinade, but cayenne and hot flakes are perfect for dry seasoning blends.
Food Grade And Safe
Silica Gel Packet
Contains orange indicator beads that will become dark green when it needs to be replaced.
On Popcorn?!
It works great in sauces, soups, roasted vegetables, and even sprinkled on buttered popcorn for a spicy snack.
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Storage Tips
To keep your jerk seasoning fresh:
- Store in an airtight container in a pantry or cupboard, away from moisture and heat.
- Avoid moisture by using moisture-resistant packaging or adding desiccant packets.
- Properly stored, your blend will last about two months while keeping its bold flavor intact.
Want a larger batch?
If you want to make a bigger batch of jerk seasoning, it's really straightforward.
The base recipe makes 1 cup, but you can easily scale up; just multiply each ingredient by however many batches you want.
My recipe card has a handy multiplier option, so all you need to do is choose your batch size and it'll take care of the math for you. No extra work needed!
Large Batch Advice
- Use a larger bowl for mixing.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Store in a large airtight, moisture-resistant container in a cool, dry place.
- Consider moisture absorber packets for large quantities to maintain freshness.
Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
While I try to share all the information you need to make this recipe in your home with restaurant-quality results, there still may be a question or two. Or these are questions I have received from the community about this recipe. I do my best to answer them as clearly as I can. I hope this helps.
Yes! Jerk seasoning keeps well stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to two months. Making it ahead is a great way to have authentic flavor on hand anytime.
Use as a dry rub or mix with olive oil for a marinade. For best results, marinate proteins for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavor.
Traditional jerk seasoning has heat from cayenne or Scotch bonnet peppers, but you can easily reduce the amount or omit them altogether to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Paprika
- 1 Tablespoon Allspice
- ½ Tablespoon Sugar
- ½ Tablespoon ground ginger
- ½ Tablespoon Ground Cloves
- ½ Tablespoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Combine all of your ingredients in a small mixing bowl.1 Tablespoon Onion Powder, 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder, 1 Tablespoon Crushed red pepper flakes, 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper, 1 Tablespoon Salt, 1 Tablespoon Paprika, 1 Tablespoon Allspice, ½ Tablespoon Sugar, ½ Tablespoon ground ginger, ½ Tablespoon Ground Cloves, ½ Tablespoon dried thyme
- Stir contents to evenly combine.
- Store in an airtight and moisture-resistant container in a dry, cool area for up to 2 months.
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I am Sarah Mock. Welcome!
Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 16 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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