World Spices - Jamaican jerk spice

Jamaican jerk spice

Jerk is a style of cooking native to Jamaica in which meats (traditionally pork, but now including chicken, fish and even tofu) are dry-rubbed with a fiery spice mixture primarily consisting of allspice and Scotch Bonnet peppers (called Jamaican jerk spice). Traditionally the meat is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an earth covered pit over smoldering Pimento wood. A grill over an open fire will sufice for a modern rendition. The term 'jerk' refers interchangeably to the technique, the spice mixture, and the finished product.

The jerk seasoning relies upon a few typical items: Allspice (Jamaican pepper, Jamaican Pimento), Scotch Bonnet peppers being the most common basic ingredients, (among the hottest peppers on the Scoville scale). Cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, garlic and other ingredients are often added. It is now possible to find pre-made jerk seasoning mixes.

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