JERK MARINADE for CHICKEN or PORK Recipe Vlaporta

Name: JERK MARINADE for CHICKEN or PORK Recipe Vlaporta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 whole Scotch bonnet chiles, seeded and chopped (seeding is optional); 1 onion, coarsely chopped; 4 scallions, chopped; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tablespoon allspice berries, freshly ground; 1/4 teaspoon cloves, freshly ground; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, freshly ground; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp (or concentrate); 1/4 cup yellow mustard; 1/4 cup canola oil; 2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed; 2 whole limes, freshly squeezed; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 tablespoon dark rum, Meyer's preferred; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; 1 slice fresh pineapple, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 whole lemons, freshly squeezed and used to pour over chicken before marinating; 3 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, with leg attached

Servings: persons

5 whole Scotch bonnet chiles, seeded and chopped (seeding is optional)
1 onion, coarsely chopped
4 scallions, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon allspice berries, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon cloves, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground
1 teaspoon black peppercorns, freshly ground
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon tamarind pulp (or concentrate)
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
2 whole limes, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon dark rum, Meyer's preferred
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 slice fresh pineapple, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
2 whole lemons, freshly squeezed and used to pour over chicken before marinating
3 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, with leg attached

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Add all ingredients except lemon juice to a blender or food processor and process untill smooth (make marinade at least 1 day ahead or up to a week for flavors to meld)
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Wash and dry chicken.
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Pierce chicken pieces with long skewers.
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Toss with lemon juice and marinate for about 30 minutes to 1 hour stirring frequently.
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Remove from lemon juice and marinate chicken in jerk sauce for 48 hours then grill over charcoal fire on low heat untill cooked through.
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Or cook indirectly, untill cooked though, then cook over direct heat till nicely browned.

1013

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 whole Scotch bonnet chiles, seeded and chopped (seeding is optional), 1 onion, coarsely chopped, 4 scallions, chopped, 5 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, JERK MARINADE for CHICKEN or PORK Recipe Vlaporta falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!