Nutrition Facts for Jamaican jerk seasoning

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Transform your cooking with the bold, aromatic flavors of this homemade Jamaican Jerk Seasoning! Packed with a vibrant medley of spices like allspice, cinnamon, thyme, and cayenne pepper, this versatile dry rub blends perfectly with garlic and onion powders, a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, and a subtle heat. Ready in just five minutes, this seasoning is a must-have for marinating meats, seasoning vegetables, or elevating grilled dishes with an authentic Caribbean flair. Plus, its long shelf life means you can enjoy the taste of Jamaica anytime. Perfect for barbecues, meal prepping, or spicing up weeknight dinners, this jerk seasoning will be your go-to for adding smoky, spicy depth to your favorite recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100
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Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:5 mins
Servings: 10

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine ground allspice, ground black pepper, and dried thyme.

Step 2

Add ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves to the bowl.

Step 3

Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, ground cayenne pepper, and paprika.

Step 4

Stir in brown sugar and salt until well combined.

Step 5

Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container or a spice jar for up to 6 months.

Step 6

Use 2-3 tablespoons of the seasoning blend to marinate meats or season vegetables before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (84.8g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 215.1
Total Fat 3.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 7115.8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g 0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g 0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 5.2g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 200.4mg 0%
Iron 6.5mg 0%
Potassium 584.9mg 0%
*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.8%
Protein: 8.2%
Carbs: 80.0%