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Jamaican Jerk Seasoning – Authentic Caribbean Spice Blend
8 oz
$6.90
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Jamaican Jerk Seasoning – Authentic Caribbean Spice Blend
$6.90
Tropical Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
Tropical Jamaican Jerk Seasoning is a unique combination of spices and herbs - escallion, onion, thyme, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, pimento, salt and other natural ingredients all grown on the island. It captures the essence of real Jamaican jerk exported directly from Jamaica for you.
Jamaican jerk goes way back to the original inhabitants of Jamaica – the Taino Indians; and later the Maroons. The word "jerk" refers to the method of grilling the wild game they caught (seasoned or marinated with local herbs and spices) over a slow fire of pimento wood thus giving the smoky taste of the traditional jerk pit.
• Authentic Jamaican jerk flavor with bold spice and smoky taste
• Perfect for BBQ, grilling, chicken, pork and seafood
• Rich spice blend for deep flavor penetration
• Use as dry rub or marinade base
• Available in bulk sizes for restaurants and catering
This method of cooking has been passed on to the current generation, but today we can trade the pimento wood fire for the barbeque grill or oven while creating the same taste. The unique blend of herbs and seasonings is what gives that authentic Jamaican jerk flavor.
Jerk Seasoning (8 oz / 26 oz / 10 lb)
Authentic island heat with smoky depth. Perfect for grilling and marinating.
Flavor: spicy, smoky, aromatic.
How to use it:
- Use as a dry rub or a marinade for your pork, chicken, fish and other seafood dishes.
- Bake or grill for the authentic Jamaican jerk taste.
Dry Jerk vs. Wet Jerk — Which Should You Use?
| Dry Jerk Seasoning (this product) | Wet Jerk Marinade | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Dry spice blend | Ready-to-use liquid marinade |
| Flavor Development | Builds a bold, smoky crust on the surface; ideal for high-heat grilling | Penetrates deeper into the meat for rich, juicy flavor throughout |
| Best Uses | Dry rub for BBQ, grilling, roasting; seasoning soups and rice | Marinating chicken, pork, and seafood before grilling or baking |
| Preparation | Rub directly onto food, or mix with oil or vinegar to make your own marinade | Pour or brush onto food; marinate 30 min to overnight — no mixing needed |
| Use Both? | Yes — marinate with Wet Jerk first for deep flavor, then finish with a Dry Jerk rub for a bold, caramelized crust. | |
See also: Jamaican Wet Jerk Marinade — ready-to-use marinade delivering deep jerk flavor.