Description
Experience the vibrant taste of Jamaican Jerk Sauce, a bold and spicy marinade that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. This sauce combines aromatic allspice, fresh thyme, fiery scotch bonnet peppers, and zesty lime juice to create an unforgettable flavor profile. Perfect for grilling meats or enhancing vegetables, this versatile sauce is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon allspice berries
- 2 scotch bonnet peppers (seeds removed)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline your cooking process.
- In a spice grinder, blend fresh thyme leaves and allspice berries until finely ground.
- In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped scotch bonnet peppers, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and olive oil; whisk until smooth.
- Coat your choice of chicken, beef, or turkey in the marinade and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Grill marinated protein until fully cooked and charred outside.
- Serve with extra jerk sauce drizzled on top alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Adjust the heat by varying the number of scotch bonnet peppers; remove seeds for milder flavor. Add fruits like mango or pineapple for a sweet twist.