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Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
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Jamaican Jerk Seasoning is a bold, aromatic Caribbean spice blend that brings vibrant, spicy, and smoky flavors to your meals quickly and easily. Perfect for chicken, pork, seafood, vegetables, and more, it offers authentic island zest with customizable heat and simple preparation.

Ingredients

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Primary Spices

  • 2 tablespoons ground allspice
  • 1–2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out each dry spice carefully to maintain the balance of bold and bright flavors that define Jamaican Jerk Seasoning.
  2. Combine and Mix: Place all the spices in a bowl or spice grinder, then whisk or pulse them until they are evenly blended and fragrant.
  3. Store or Use Immediately: Transfer the seasoning to an airtight container for future use or proceed to marinate your meat, seafood, or vegetables for an instant flavor boost.

Notes

  • Use fresh spices for the best aroma and taste explosion.
  • Modify the amount of Scotch bonnet peppers based on your tolerance for spice.
  • For a smoother rub, grind your spices to a finer consistency before mixing.
  • Brown sugar enhances caramelization, so don’t skip it!
  • For deeper flavor, marinate proteins for at least 2 hours or overnight if possible.

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