Fuquay Spice and Tea

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Price: $4.59
Size
Price: $4.59

Distinctive, strong, spicy and complex. Use with chicken, fish, sausage, beef, grilling and burgers.

Ingredients: Garlic, Thyme, Black Pepper, Cumin Seed, Cinnamon, Allspice, Ginger, Crushed Red Pepper, Nutmeg, Sage, Onion, Paprika, Sugar, Salt

Recipe to try

Pepper & Onion Creamy Polenta Bowls with Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups bell pepper strips
  • 2 cups thinly sliced onion
  • 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
  • 1 cup dry polenta
  • 4 cups water
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan

Method

  1. Mix the featured seasoning with the olive oil and lemon juice.
  2. Cook the polenta in the water according to its package, stirring often. Stir in Parmesan.
  3. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper strips and thinly sliced onion. Cook for 3 minutes, then add ¼ cup water, cover and cook for 8–15 minutes, until tender. Uncover to evaporate excess water.
  4. Spoon the polenta into four bowls. Top with the vegetables and drizzle with the seasoning mixture.

Flavor profile and pairings

Flavor: savory garlic, peppery warmth, warm cinnamon.

Try it with: roasted vegetables, grains, soups and marinades.