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A spicy and savory Jamaican Jerk Marinade takes no time at all to make at home. Get get yourself ready for authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken!
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Jamaican Jerk Marinade

Spicy, smoky and slightly sweet, this Jamaican jerk marinade is perfect for chicken, pork, fish and vegetables.
Yield: ¾ c
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Jamaican
Servings: 6 people
Author: Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon allspice, ground
  • 2 Scotch Bonnet peppers or habaneros *
  • 2 tablespoon fresh thyme or 2 teaspoon dry, ground
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced, or ½ teaspoon ground
  • 1 ½ c (roughly 8) green onions, , chopped
  • 2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in the bowl of your food processor and process until a paste forms.
  • For best flavor, marinate meat overnight.
  • Use the marinade within a week.

Notes

*Remove the seeds from the peppers if you prefer a less spicy sauce. (It will still be HOT.)