Jerk Spice Rub
Jerk Spice Rub is a bold Caribbean spice blend of allspice, thyme, ginger, paprika and onion powder. The Thermomix TM7 grinds and blends everything into a uniform rub in seconds, far finer than mixing by hand. Ideal for coating chicken, pork or fish before grilling or roasting for authentic Jamaican flavour.
About this recipe
Jerk Spice Rub Thermomix TM7 brings the fiery soul of Jamaican street food straight into your kitchen with a homemade blend that outshines any supermarket jar. This aromatic seasoning mixes ground allspice, dried thyme, sage, ginger, paprika, onion powder and garlic powder into a fine, uniform powder that clings to chicken thighs, pork chops, prawns and even roasted sweet potatoes. Searching for jerk seasoning recipes or a quick marinade base for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here: the TM7 grinds every component to an even fineness no mortar or whisk could match, so each bite carries the same warm, spicy, subtly sweet character. It is the perfect preparation for a summer barbecue, a Caribbean-themed dinner party or a simple midweek grill. One batch fills a jar that keeps for weeks, meaning your weekly menu always has a punch of authentic island flavour within arm's reach.
Preparation tips
- For the deepest flavour, toast the allspice, peppercorns and dried thyme briefly in a dry pan before grinding; this wakes up the essential oils and gives your jerk rub a noticeably richer aroma.
- Store the finished jerk rub in an airtight glass jar away from sunlight; label it with the date, as the paprika and ground ginger slowly lose their punch after a few months.
- Rub the blend onto chicken or pork with a little oil and let it rest in the fridge for several hours before grilling, so the allspice and thyme penetrate deep into the meat instead of sitting on the surface.
Recipe variations
- For a milder, kid-friendly version, halve the pepper and paprika and add a little extra brown sugar; the sweetness softens the heat while keeping the characteristic allspice and thyme notes.
- For a festive variation, add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg plus some finely grated lime zest; this gives the jerk rub a fragrant, holiday twist that works wonderfully on glazed ham or roast turkey.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing each spice directly into the mixing bowl, the TM7 scale measures the allspice and paprika precisely so your jerk rub is balanced every batch. [Precision Control]
- Grinding turns the dried thyme and sea salt into a super-fine powder in seconds, giving the rub a texture that clings evenly to chicken skin. [Multi-Function]
- Mixing blends the onion powder, sugar and sage into a uniform seasoning without the clumps you get when stirring a dozen spices by hand. [Multi-Function]
- The Thermomix chops nothing unevenly here; its sealed bowl keeps the fiery pepper dust contained, sparing your eyes and nose from irritation during preparation. [Multi-Function]
- Kneading-free and hands-off, the TM7 finishes the whole jerk blend in the time it takes to line up ten separate shop-bought jars, saving money and cupboard space. [Time Savings]
Ingredients
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- fine sea salt
- ground allspice
- ground black pepper
- dried thyme
- sugar
- dried sage
- ground ginger
- paprika