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Jamaican Jerk

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This vibrant Jamaican Jerk sauce captures the essence of Caribbean cooking with a complex blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Featuring the warm depth of Jamaican pimento (allspice) and nutmeg, balanced by the bright heat of habanero peppers, this marinade is perfect for chicken, pork, or fish. The fresh aromatics of onion, scallion, ginger, and garlic create a fragrant paste that tenderizes meat while infusing it with rich flavor. Whether used as a pre-grill marinade or a finishing sauce, it adds a sophisticated kick to any dish. Ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or when you want to bring a taste of the tropics to your kitchen.
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Calories: 274.3
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This vibrant Jamaican Jerk sauce captures the essence of Caribbean cooking with a complex blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Featuring the warm depth of Jamaican pimento (allspice) and nutmeg, balanced by the bright heat of habanero peppers, this marinade is perfect for chicken, pork, or fish. The fresh aromatics of onion, scallion, ginger, and garlic create a fragrant paste that tenderizes meat while infusing it with rich flavor. Whether used as a pre-grill marinade or a finishing sauce, it adds a sophisticated kick to any dish. Ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or when you want to bring a taste of the tropics to your kitchen.
Ingredients
  • 1 Onion; chopped
  • 1/2 cup Scallion; chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 teaspoon Jamaican pimento (allspice)
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 4 Habaero peppers; preferred,
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 4 Garlic cloves
  • 2 tb Grated ginger
  • 1/4 c Lime juice
  • 1/2 c Olive oil
  • 1/4 c Red wine vinegar
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine chopped onion, scallions, garlic, grated ginger, and habanero peppers in a food processor fitted with a metal blade.
  2. 2
    Add the Jamaican pimento, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
  3. 3
    Pour in the lime juice, red wine vinegar, and olive oil.
  4. 4
    Process at high speed for 10 to 15 seconds, or until a smooth, consistent paste forms.
  5. 5
    Transfer the jerk sauce to a non-reactive container such as glass or plastic.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 274.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.8g6%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4896.7mg205%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g23%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g104%
Sugars 5.7g
Protein 14.1g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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