Jamaican jerk seasoning is an all-purpose seasoning everyone should have on hand. It elevates just about any food to the next level of deliciousness. Sure, the Caribbean vibes are incredible, but it easily crosses cultural borders. Sprinkle it on a pasta dish, and you’ll see what I mean. Plus, if you love grilling, it’s a must. Whenever peak BBQ season rolls around, I make a double batch of homemade jerk seasoning. Literally, any protein or vegetable you throw on the grill goes from boring to can’t-wait-for-seconds good with a generous sprinkling of this addictive stuff. You’ve been warned! 😜 And not only do homemade seasonings taste way better, but they’re also cost-effective! Homemade seasonings can save you a ton of money. Feel free to pass up those fancy pre-made jerk seasonings at the supermarket because your homemade version is going to be killer. 🙌
What You Need
Okay, so there is a long ingredient list for homemade jerk seasoning, but don’t let it scare you. These are mostly pantry staples you already have at home, with only a few exceptions. And with this kind of mega blend, if you don’t have one or two ingredients, there’s no need to worry; it will still be great.
How to Make the Best Jerk Seasoning
Mix the ingredients in a medium bowl, then store your Jamaican jerk seasoning in an airtight jar. How easy is that?
Recipe Variations
How to Use and Store It
Jerk seasoning typically seasons chicken and pork, but honestly, it goes great on just about any meat or fish. You can use it to replace Cajun or blackened seasonings for delicious results in any meal. Grilled jerk seasoning chicken wings is one of my absolute fave recipes, Caribbean jerk BBQ ribs are a must-have for cookouts, and leftovers from either one make drool-worthy jerk tacos. 🤤 I store my jerk seasoning sealed in a glass jar on my spice rack. It should last two years if you don’t use it up before that.
More Easy Seasoning Recipes to Try
Watch How to Make It
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