Jamaican Jerk Marinade Recipe

Name: Jamaican Jerk Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 scallions, greens only, thinly sliced; 2 large shallots, finely minced; 2 large garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced; 1 tablespoon scotch bonnet pepper, seeded ribbed and finely minced; 1 tablespoon ground allspice (use whole allspice berries, lightly toasted in a skillet, then ground fine); 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 1 lime, juice of; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup olive oil

Servings: persons

6 scallions, greens only, thinly sliced
2 large shallots, finely minced
2 large garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced
1 tablespoon scotch bonnet pepper, seeded ribbed and finely minced
1 tablespoon ground allspice (use whole allspice berries, lightly toasted in a skillet, then ground fine)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 lime, juice of
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup olive oil

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["In a bowl, combine scallion greens, shallots, garlic, ginger, and Scotch Bonnet pepper.", "In another bowl, combine allspice, black pepper, cayenne, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, dark-brown sugar, salt and pepper.", "Mix thoroughly.", "Whisk in orange juice, vinegar, lime juice, and soy sauce.", "Slowly drizzle in oil, whisking constantly.", "Add the reserved scallion mixture; stir to combine.", "Let rest at least one hour.", "Wash chicken, pork, or fish well, pat dry and place in a bowl.", "Add sauce; rub in well.", "Cover and refrigerate overnight.", "Before cooking, scrape paste off of the meat.", "Grill over charcoal.", "You may add water-soaked allspice berries to the coals for smoke and additional flavor.", "Serve with Jamaican ""rice and peas""."]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 scallions, greens only, thinly sliced, 2 large shallots, finely minced, 2 large garlic cloves, finely minced, 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Jamaican Jerk Marinade falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Jamaican Jerk Marinade

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