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Jamaican Jerk Sauce

This Jamaican jerk sauce is delicious, quick and super easy to make. It can be used as a marinade for fish, meat and vegetables.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Meals by Mavis

Ingredients

  • 4 scotch bonnet or habanero peppers (chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 6 scallions (chopped)
  • 10 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon allspice (ground)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves (ground)
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg (ground)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup canola or olive oil

Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients. Adjust seasonings for taste.
  • Store in refrigerator and use when you want.

Notes

Can the jerk sauce if you want it to last long; there are videos on YouTube that will teach you how to properly can foods. The sauce is usually good for about 4-6 months when properly canned.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 409mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 13.3mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.7mg