Easy Homemade Caribbean Seasoning
Save some money and make your Caribbean seasoning. It’s a classic blend of herbs that is so quick and easy to make. It tastes great not only in Caribbean dishes but it will a punch of flavor to any food.
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What is Caribbean Jerk Seasoning?
Caribbean jerk seasoning or Jamaican jerk seasoning blend is a rich blend of spices and herbs originating in the Caribbean.
Jerk seasoning is typically used as a dry rub or in stews and sauces for delicious Island flavors in Caribbean food. I like to make a spicy marinade for grilled meat, such as grilled Jamaican jerk chicken or pork chops.
The mixture of Caribbean spice seasoning ingredients can vary, but the fundamental ingredients are allspice, nutmeg, onion, garlic, cinnamon, thyme, and hot pepper. I played around with different combinations and found the blend below the best tasting.
Authentic jerk seasoning is made with fresh habanero peppers or scotch bonnet peppers, garlic cloves, green onions, and assorted dried spices and doesn’t have a long shelf life. This recipe uses dried spices only and lasts much longer.
Why you will love this homemade Caribbean seasoning recipe
- Caribbean seasoning is easy to make with spices you probably have in your kitchen.
- Jerk seasoning adds delicious flavor to so many different foods.
- Since it’s homemade you can adjust the flavor and heat level.
Here is what you will need
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Ingredients
- ground allspice
- onion powder
- garlic powder or granulated garlic
- cayenne pepper
- crushed red pepper
- dried thyme
- black pepper or white pepper
- sea salt
- coconut sugar
- nutmeg
- ground cinnamon
🥄Equipment
- Small mason jar
- Shallow bowl or rimmed plate for mixing
How to make the Caribbean seasoning
This is such an easy recipe to make. Measure all of the ingredients and mix them with a spoon.
Ingredient Notes
I prefer to use organic spices from simply organic when I cook, they taste fresher and are a more sustainable choice.
Hot Pepper – Jerk seasoning is a spicy season blend. We like hot food, so I use red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper to spice it up. Add less cayenne pepper or leave it out if you prefer less heat.
What to season with Caribbean seasoning
There are so many uses for this delicious spice blend. We use it as a dry rub on grilled meat and seafood in chicken burgers. i It’s also a great addition to scrambled eggs, vegetables or salads – endless possibilities!
How to store homemade Caribbean spice seasoning
Store jerk spice blend at room temperature in your spice cabinet for up to 6 months.
There is no hard fast rule as to how long spices last. If you notice the color or flavor fading, it may be time to use it.
Tip
- Make this spice blend fast, by adding all of the spices to a small mason and shake it up. Store the spice blend in the jar.
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Traditional jerk seasoning is very spicy! It’s made with scotch bonnet peppers which are extremely hot. This homemade spicy blend is also hot from cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes. If you prefer less spicy, gradually add the hot pepper and adjust to taste.
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Homemade Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix all of the spices together with a spoon or shake them up in a jar
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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I loved that I had all the ingredients in my house! This is perfect with chicken burgers -yum!