Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Overhead view of Jamaican jerk spice in a glass jar with a wooden spoon.

5 from 4 votes

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

This homemade Jamaican jerk seasoning is an aromatic blend of common spices, and it keeps in the pantry for months! It's perfect for rubbing over chicken, pork, grilled meats, and more.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Seasoning

Cuisine: Jamaican

Keyword: jamaican jerk seasoning

Servings: servings

Author: Katerina | Diethood

Equipment

Ingredients

1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Combine. Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl. Mix and stir until thoroughly incorporated. You should end up with a little over 1/3 cup of Jamaican jerk seasoning.
Store. Store your seasoning mix in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Notes

This recipe makes about 1/3 cup of seasoning, and each serving is approximately 1/2 teaspoon.
Store this jerk seasoning blend in an airtight container away from heat, light, and moisture. It stays fresh for up to three months.
Adapted from MyRecipes

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