Best 9 Jerk Seasoning Recipes

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Jerk seasoning, a staple in Jamaican cuisine, tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of aromatic spices and herbs. Originating from the indigenous Taino people, this vibrant seasoning has become a beloved part of Caribbean culture and is celebrated for its ability to transform ordinary dishes into culinary masterpieces. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a culinary adventure with jerk seasoning is an experience that's sure to leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

JERK SEASONING



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This is a great seasoning for any meat. You can make more of it all at once and store it in an airtight container. Make sure you store it in a cool, dry place.

Provided by Celia

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the dried onion, thyme, allspice, ground black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Coat meat lightly with oil, then rub seasoning onto meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1171.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN AND SEASONING



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I was fortunate to receive an old family recipe from a business associate who is from Jamaica for jerk seasoning. We like it so much that I make 2# batches at a time. For those of you not familiar with Jerk, it is a spicy, sweet, tangy and HOT seasoning for grilled meat, pork and chicken particularly. This spice blend recipe will make enough for several batches, but remember, the idea is to put as much on the meat as you can get to stick.

Provided by Smoky Okie

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons ground thyme
1 tablespoon ground rosemary
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground scotch bonnet peppers (habanero)
12 bay leaves (finely crumbled)
1/3 cup sugar
3 lbs chicken (pieces, wings, halves, whatever)
1 lime, juice of
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all but chicken, lime juice and oil in mixing bowl and whisk to mix well.
  • Whisk together lime juice and olive oil.
  • Rub chicken well with lime/oil mix. Do not marinate.
  • Coat chicken with dry seasoning/spice mixture. The idea here is to get as much as possible to stick to the chicken. We store our seasoning in a leftover spice container with large sprinkle holes and use that to season. This is not a rub, so it should not be applied in rub fashion.
  • Refrigerate 1-3 hours, then remove from refrigerator and allow to come to near room temperature.
  • Prepare grill for direct/indirect grilling.
  • Grill chicken over hot direct fire. Don't worry about the black, it's supposed to be there. In fact, 30-40% of the skin should end up black, but it will not be bitter.
  • Once seared, remove to the indirect heat area of the grill and cook to 165* internal temperature.
  • One quick dance across the direct heat before serving will help crisp it a bit.
  • Serve with plenty of napkins.

DRY JERK SEASONING



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This seasoning is excellent for fish, vegetables, anything! It is not as strong as a rub or marinade. From Jerk from Jamaica.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 10m

Yield 5 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon onion flakes
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons ground thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon coarsley ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons dried chives

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients.
  • Store the leftover seasoning in a tightly closed glass jar. It will keep for over a month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.6, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 932.1, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 0.4

CARIBBEAN JERK SEASONING & RUB



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Make and share this Caribbean Jerk Seasoning & Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookin_nurse

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon garlic powder
4 teaspoons crushed dry thyme leaves
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In jar with tight fitting lid, shake together all spices and seasonings. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

JERK SEASONING



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A rub is a dry spice or spice and herb mixture used to coat the meat before grilling, adding not only strong flavor but a bit more crunch, especially if you toast, mix and grind the spices yourself.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     condiments

Time 5m

Yield About 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon allspice berries
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg pieces (crack a whole nutmeg with a hammer)
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced ginger (or 2 teaspoons ground ginger)

Steps:

  • Put allspice, nutmeg, peppercorns and thyme in a spice or coffee grinder and grind to a fine powder.
  • Mix in remaining ingredients and use immediately. To use later, omit garlic and ginger and store in a tightly covered container; add garlic and ginger immediately before using.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 58, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 49 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH JERK SEASONING (GLUTEN-FREE)



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From Delight Gluten Free Magazine, Summer 2009. Posted for ZWT5, Caribbean region. Prep/cook time does not include marinating time (6-8 hours), so plan in advance.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 1 tenderloin, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces pork tenderloin
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Start with a well trimmed tenderloin making sure to remove any of the "silver" skin from the surface. The silver skin is a shiny membrane you typically find on tenderloins. Once you've trimmed the ternderloin you're ready to prepare your jerk rub.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the thyme, dried onion, allspice, cracked black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Coat tenderloin lightly with oil and rub seasoning onto meat. Set aside to marinate (wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6-8 hours).
  • Prepare grill for direct heat grilling over high heat. Once grill is hot place marinated pork onto the hottest part of the grill and cook the tenderloin for about 3 minutes on each of its four sides. Cook just until the pork feels firm and springs back when pressed or an instant-read thermometer reads 145*F when inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin. Be careful not to overcook it.
  • Remove from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting. Slice in about 3/4" slices and serve.

JERK SEASONING



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Make your own seasoning mix for our Jerk Chicken with Cucumber Relish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield 2 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients to yield 2 tablespoons.

JERK SEASONING



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Categories     Pepper     Thyme

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the dried onion, thyme, allspice, ground black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  • To use: Coat meat lightly with oil, then rub seasoning onto meat.

JERK MARINADE SEASONING RUB



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This is a blend of more than 12 herbs and spices combined in a delicious array of spicy superb-ness! Cinnamon, thyme, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, allspice, and so much more is so good that you will never buy a store-bought version of jerk seasoning again!

Provided by awakenedone

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons ground allspice
3 tablespoons cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 ½ tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Whisk onion powder, thyme, allspice, black pepper, turbinado sugar, garlic powder, sea salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, marjoram, sage, and rosemary together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 13.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 3991.2 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

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Tips:

  • Choose the right jerk seasoning. There are many different jerk seasoning blends available, so be sure to choose one that you like the taste of. You can also make your jerk seasoning at home using a variety of spices, including allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, and scotch bonnet peppers.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The best jerk chicken is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Be sure to use fresh chicken, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 24 hours. This will allow the flavors of the jerk seasoning to penetrate the chicken. You can marinate the chicken in the refrigerator or in a cool, dark place.
  • Cook the chicken over low heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. You can cook the chicken on a grill, in a smoker, or in the oven.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Jerk chicken is traditionally served with rice and peas, but you can also serve it with other sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Jerk chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make your jerk chicken at home and enjoy the amazing taste of this Jamaican classic.

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