Jerk chicken is the most popular dish to come out of Jamaica, and it’s the inspiration for these burgers that sing to the island nation’s audacious spirit. Turkey burgers are flavoured with Jamaican-inspired seasoning, seared, and then served adorned with a punchy pineapple sauce. The result is a burger with the perfect balance of seasoning, smoke, and heat.
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DIY jerk seasoning
To make your own jerk seasoning, combine the following:
– 1 Tbsp (15 mL) onion powder
– 1 Tbsp (15 mL) garlic powder
– 2 Tbsp (30 mL) dried thyme
– 1 Tbsp (15 mL) brown sugar
– 2 tsp (10 mL) cayenne
– 1 tsp (5 mL) salt
– 2 tsp (10 mL) allspice
– 1 tsp (5 mL) black pepper
– 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cumin
– 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon
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This recipe was originally published in the June 2025 issue of alive magazine.