Jerk Spice Blend

A recipe from Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition

This mix is delightfully sweet yet spicy, encapsulating the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean. It is perfect for enhancing chicken, pork, rice, black beans, plantains, and collard greens. Highly recommended for a taste of the tropics!

Jerk Spice Blend

Ingredients:

  • 3 cup Spice, curry, powder
  • 1 cup Spice, garlic, granulated
  • 1 cup Spice, thyme, dried
  • 1 cup Spice, onion, powder
  • 1/2 cup Chives, dried
  • 1/2 cup Spice, allspice, ground
  • 1/4 cup Spice, ginger, ground
  • 1/4 cup Spice, pepper, chipotle, powder

Steps:

  1. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  2. Store, labeled and dated, in an airtight container. Before using, stir or shake (spices may settle during storage).

Recipe Details

HACCP Category:

Process #1 (No Cook)

Yield:

7.5 cups

Portion Size:

1 teaspoon

Nutrition Information:

Nutrient Amount Unit
Calories: 6 cal
Saturated Fat: <1 g
Total Fat: <1 g
Sodium: <1 mg

Tips:

  • Make this house blend in large-bulk batches a few times a year. Store, labeled and dated, in dry storage. Maximum shelf life to maintain quality is 1 year.