The Pinch Jamaican Jerk
Origin: Jamaica 🇯🇲
Taste Profile: SMOKY & WARM TASTE
Ingredients: Garlic – onion – allspice – paprika – habanero – thyme – ginger – black pepper – nutmeg – parsley – cinnamon
Tastes Great On: Chicken, beef, seafood, pork, vegetables, seitan, others
Methods of Seasoning: Dry Rub – Marinades – Straight to the Pan
Recommended Uses: Add 1 or 2 pinches (1–2 teaspoons) for every 200g of food.
100% NATURAL – SALT-FREE – SUGAR-FREE – NO ADDITIVES – GLUTEN-FREE
Jamaican Jerk is a bold, smoky and characterful blend with a rich culinary tradition. The term “jerk” refers to a traditional method of seasoning and cooking meat, typically over fire, using a unique combination of herbs and spices. This technique was originally developed by the indigenous Taíno people and refined by Afro-Caribbean communities to preserve food and enhance its flavour.
A true Jamaican Jerk recipe combines essential spices such as garlic, onion, allspice, paprika, habanero, thyme, ginger, black pepper, nutmeg, parsley and cinnamon. These ingredients create a warm, aromatic mix that’s slightly spicy with a subtle hint of sweetness.
The blend is famously used in jerk chicken, a classic dish where the chicken is marinated and slowly grilled over coals until it develops a dark, caramelised crust that might look almost burnt, but that’s exactly where the intense smoky flavour comes from. Its culinary uses go far beyond that. It’s equally perfect for jerk pork, jerk shrimp, jerk vegetables or even jerk fish. Whether you're preparing rice and peas Jamaican style or grilled plantains, this spice mix adds unmistakable depth and character.
At The Pinch, our Jamaican Jerk offers an authentic balance of warmth, aroma and spice, ideal for those looking to recreate that iconic flavour. Use it as a marinade by mixing it with lime juice and olive oil, as a dry rub before roasting or grilling, or to bring bold taste to oven-baked meals, beans and tofu.
