Nat's Real Jamaican Jerk Recipe

Name: Nat's Real Jamaican Jerk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup allspice berry; ½ cup packed brown sugar; 6 -8 cloves garlic; 2 scotch bonnet peppers (use more if you dare); 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; 12 green onions; 3 tablespoons Pickapeppa Sauce; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 lime, juice of; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Put content in a food processor or blender and liquify.
2
Pour sauce in a Jar and keep refrigerated.
3
The sauce will keep forever if kept refrigerated.
4
Rub the meat leaving skin on chicken (rub under skin and in cavities).
5
Marinate overnight.
6
Grill at lowest possible setting over a low fire until done.
7
Pimento (all spice) branches are used in Jamaica and mixed with charcoal.
8
But we can use an aromatic wood in the barbecue grill to enhance the flavor.
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You can also cook in the oven at 500 for 25 to 40 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 170.
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Chop meat into pieces, and serve with bread or my Jamaican Garden Salad recipe#83093.
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I reblend a little of this sauce with some canned pineapple to serve on top of the meat when cooked.

482

kcal

Calories

112

Carbs

Protein

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup allspice berry, ½ cup packed brown sugar, 6 -8 cloves garlic, 2 scotch bonnet peppers (use more if you dare), and more.

Yes, Nat's Real Jamaican Jerk 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nat's Real Jamaican Jerk

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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