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Jamaican Jerk Sauce

Experience the vibrant flavors of Jamaica with this homemade Jamaican Jerk Sauce. Perfectly balanced with spicy Scotch bonnet peppers, aromatic thyme, and sweet brown sugar, this sauce elevates any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're grilling chicken, marinating shrimp, or spicing up veggies, a drizzle of this fiery delight will transport your taste buds straight to the Caribbean.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Scotch bonnet peppers seeds removed for less heat
  • 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tsp allspice berries ground
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy; adjust consistency if necessary.
  3. Taste the mixture and add more lime juice or salt if desired.
  4. Transfer to an airtight container and let it marinate for at least one hour.
  5. Use immediately on meats or veggies, or store in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 250mgSugar: 10g

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