Caribbean Jerk Seasoning Rub
Elevate your cooking with the bold, aromatic flavors of this homemade Caribbean Jerk Seasoning Rub—a vibrant blend of warm spices and zesty herbs that will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. Featuring key ingredients like ground allspice, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and a kick of cayenne pepper, this seasoning offers the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and earthiness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile spice mix is perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing meats, seafood, and vegetables. With its rich aroma and customizable spice level, this jerk seasoning rub is a must-have for adding a taste of the Caribbean to your dishes. Store it in an airtight container and enjoy its freshness for up to six months!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon Paprika (preferably smoked)
- 2 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar (packed)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl or spice grinder, combine all the dry ingredients: ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, paprika, dried thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, kosher salt, and brown sugar.
Mix thoroughly using a whisk or pulse in the spice grinder until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture is smooth and powdery.
Transfer the seasoning rub to an airtight container or spice jar.
Label the container with the name and date. The seasoning rub can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
To use, generously rub onto meats, seafood, or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. Apply about 1 tablespoon per pound of protein for best results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 622 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
