Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Recipe

Homemade Jamaican jerk seasoning stored in a glass spice jar labeled jerk on a wooden cutting board

Make authentic Jamaican jerk seasoning from scratch in just 5 minutes! This bold dry rub is smoky, spicy, and slight sweet, perfect for jerk chicken, pork, seafood, vegetables and more.

Prep Time5

Cook Time0

Total Time5

Course: Condiments, Sauces & Marinades

Cuisine: Jamaican

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Servings: cup (enough to season 2-3 lbs of meat)

Author: Taneisha Morris

Equipment

Small Mixing Bowl
Empty Spice Jar or airtight jar

Ingredients

1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Onion Powder
1 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar optional
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Dried Parsley Flakes optional
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1 tsp Red Chili (Pepper) Flakes
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
1/8 tsp Ground Allspice
1/8 tsp Ground Cloves

Instructions

Measure all ingredients and add to a small mixing bowl. Check expiration dates on each spice before using — fresh spices make a significant difference in flavour.
Stir or whisk all ingredients together until evenly combined and no clumps remain. Taste and adjust.
Transfer to an empty spice jar or airtight container. Store in a cool dark place like your spice cabinet away from direct sunlight or heat. Keeps for up to one year.

Notes

Sodium note — nutrition is calculated for the full batch. Per teaspoon serving the sodium is significantly lower. Reduce or omit salt entirely to lower sodium.

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