Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Rub

Today I’m making some party giveaway treats for each guest for a sit down dinner Gilligan’s Island themed party for this weekend.  I thought a gift bag handed out at dessert for each guest would be a nice treat to remember the evening.  This Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Rub is great on fish, poultry, pork, beef or vegetables, you name it; this unusual blend conjures up dreams of islands far away.  I made a label with the coat of arms of Jamaica, thought that was appropriate.  This item will be in a gift bag for each guest alongside my Toasted Coconut, Almond & Chocolate Chip Granola…recipe soon for the granola.

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Rub

Yield: Makes just over ¾ cup

1 tablespoon garlic powder

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

2 teaspoons curry powder

2 teaspoons dried tarragon

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried parsley

2 teaspoons kosher salt

¼ cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons dried thyme

4 teaspoons onion powder

2 teaspoons ground allspice

1 teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

 

Directions:

Mix everything together and put in a tightly closed container in a cool dry place for up to a month for maximum freshness.