Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Rub

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add about one tablespoon of salt to a bowl.
  2. 2Add about one tablespoon of black pepper.
  3. 3Add about one tablespoon of garlic granules.
  4. 4Add about one tablespoon of dried thyme.
  5. 5Add a dash of paprika or chili powder.
  6. 6Add crushed chilies (scotch bonnet flakes).
  7. 7Add about one tablespoon of allspice (ground pimento).
  8. 8Mix all the ingredients together.
  9. 9Add fresh pimento to enhance flavors.
  10. 10Add fresh thyme.
  11. 11Mix thoroughly until combined.
  12. 12Transfer the jerk rub into a seasoning jar using a funnel.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic granules
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 dash paprika or chili powder
  • crushed chilies (scotch bonnet flakes)
  • 1 tablespoon allspice (ground pimento)
  • fresh pimento
  • fresh thyme

Equipment

bowlfunnelseasoning jar

Tips

  • Use both jerk rub and jerk marinade for a more authentic flavor.
  • Crushed chilies can be used as an alternative to scotch bonnet flakes if not available.
  • Adjust quantities based on how much rub you want to make.