Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Taste of the Caribbean Chili Pepper Madness from www.chilipeppermadness.com
Introduction
Jerk seasoning is a spicy, flavorful blend that originates from Jamaica. It is commonly used to marinate meat, poultry, and fish before grilling or roasting. The seasoning contains a combination of herbs and spices, including allspice, scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, and garlic. This recipe will show you how to make your own jerk seasoning from scratch, so you can enjoy the authentic taste of Jamaica in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
To make jerk seasoning, you will need the following ingredients:
1 tablespoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2-3 scotch bonnet peppers
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup vinegar
Instructions
Follow these steps to make your own jerk seasoning:
Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F.
Spread the allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, cumin, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper on a baking sheet.
Roast the spices in the oven for 5-7 minutes, until fragrant.
Remove the seeds and stems from the scotch bonnet peppers, and chop them finely.
In a blender, combine the roasted spices, chopped scotch bonnet peppers, olive oil, and vinegar. Blend until smooth.
Your jerk seasoning is now ready to use! You can use it to marinate meat, poultry, or fish before grilling or roasting.
Nutrition
This recipe makes approximately 1 cup of jerk seasoning. Here is the nutritional information for 1 tablespoon of the seasoning:
Calories: 15
Total Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 115mg
Total Carbohydrates: 1g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 0g
Protein: 0g
Conclusion
Making your own jerk seasoning is a great way to add flavor and spice to your meals. This recipe is easy to follow and uses common ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. Whether you use it to marinate meat, poultry, or fish, this jerk seasoning is sure to impress your taste buds. So go ahead and give it a try!
