Jamaican Curry Powder Recipe {Vegan, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}

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Hey guys, can I introduce you to a store cupboard staple that you NEED in your life? Aka this fragrant, Jamaican Curry Powder recipe that is vibrant, addictive and can convert the most regular recipe to something that will make your taste buds love you forever.

Before we go further….

Please don’t get stressed about making your own homemade curry powder from scratch. This is as easy as toasting a few spices, then grinding everything together before storing it. And it all takes under 15 minutes. #easypeasy right?

Heck to make it even easier, you can start with already ground spices which mean you only need to measure a few tablespoons of spices, mix and store.

And this Jamaican Curry Powder recipe makes for a super unique DIY gift. Mix up a couple of batches, decant into cute spice jars, wrap with a festive bow and hand out to all your foodie friends. Yeap, your holiday gifting just got that much easier!

What is Jamaican Curry Powder

Jamaican Curry powder is a combination of Caribbean spices that is a store cupboard staples across the region. Everyone has a spice jar of this in their pantry. Whilst there are some common ingredients in Jamaican Curry powder, everyone has their own little variations which vary in flavour, complexity and heat.

This version is really the best Jamaican curry powder as it is amazingly fragrant and full of aromatics that just speak to your foodie soul.

Honestly this homemade curry powder recipe will really change your life. Simply whip some up, store and season your Caribbean recipes as and when needed.

Jamaican Curry Powder Ingredients

Whilst there are some common ingredients in Jamaican Curry powder, everyone has their own little variations. Here is a base recipe, but feel free to adapt to your taste.

whole spices

• coriander seeds
• cumin seeds
• yellow mustard seeds
• fenugreek seeds
• whole pimento berries (allspice berries)
• black peppercorns

ground spices

• turmeric
• ginger
• nutmeg
• chili
• cinnamon

How To Make Jamaican Curry Powder

1. If starting with whole spices, then toast spices on skillet, over medium heat for about 2 -3 minutes until fragrant. Remove spices from skillet and let cool.
2. Add whole spices to the spice grinder along with the rest of the spices and grind.
3. Store Jamaican Curry Powder in an airtight spice jar for up to 6 months.

Jamaican Curry Recipe Tips

• Go easy on the curry powder, start with less than you think you need and add more to taste.
• Curries really do taste better the next day, so cook ahead of time and let stand.
• Sometimes it is best to mix the curry powder with liquid before adding it to your dish.
• You can use the curry powder as a dry rub on some veggies or protein.

Caribbean Curry Powder Variations

Feels free to adapt the ingredients of this Caribbean Curry to your taste. Seriously this is all about what you love. Some suggestions include;

• cloves
• star anise
• thyme
• garlic powder
• white pepper

What is the Difference Between Indian Curry Powder and Jamaican Curry Powder

While both curry powders are a blend of spices, Jamaican curry powder usually has a higher proportion of turmeric and is packed full of Jamaican flavors such as pimento, scotch bonnet chili and personal preferences like nutmeg. It is also lower in heat than the Indian version.

To be honest there is not actually a real Indian curry powder – instead Indian cuisine typically has the required spices added directly into the food, rather than as a blend. However **Indian** Curry powders have been invented for a British palate.

You can sometimes substitute Indian Curry for Jamaican curry as long as you are mindful that Indian curry can be hotter, so you may need to use less. You may need to add some Jamaican spices and flavors like allspice and thyme to give it that extra required flavor.

How Long To Store Jamaican Curry Powder?

You can store Jamaican Curry Powder for up to 6 months in an air tight spice jar or mason jar for larger quantities.

This homemade curry powder can actually last a long time, but it loses it freshness and vibrant flavor as time goes by. I suggest you only make only enough to last you for up to 6 months at any one time. After that simply make a new batch.

Curry Powder Weight Watchers Points

There are 0 (zero) Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving of Jamaican Curry Powder.

More Jamaican Recipes

• Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
• Jamaican Rum Punch
• Jamaican Sorrel Moscow Mule.
• Instant Pot Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
• Jamaican Curried Goat
• Jamaican Carrot soup.
• Jamaican Rice and Peas.
• Jamaican Oxtails.
• Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Stew.
• Jerk Shrimp.

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Homemade Poultry Seasoning.

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