Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Blend

Course Seasoning

Cuisine American

Keyword diy seasoning, homemade spice blend, jamaican jerk spice mix, jerk rub, jerk seasoning

Prep Time 8

Total Time 8

Servings 6 tablespoons

A warm, spicy Caribbean-style blend of cayenne, allspice, thyme and garlic. Shake it up in a jar and rub it on meat or vegetables, or give a jar as a gift.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 to 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Measure out all the ingredients.
Put them in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid or a zip-close bag.
Close it and shake until evenly mixed.
Use right away, or let it sit for a few hours so the flavors blend.

Notes

Milder: 2 teaspoons cayenne; hotter: 3 teaspoons. About 1 to 2 tablespoons per pound of meat, or 1 to 2 teaspoons per pound of vegetables. Airtight, cool, dry, away from heat and sunlight; within about 6 months; shake before each use.

Nutrition

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 6 tablespoons; dried crushed red pepper counted as cayenne. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.