Best 5 Authentic Jamaican Jerk Sauce Recipes

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If you're looking to embark on a culinary journey to Jamaica, look no further than their renowned jerk sauce. This tantalizing sauce, a cornerstone of Jamaican cuisine, is a harmonious blend of fiery heat, aromatic spices, and a touch of tang. With its smoky and slightly sweet undertones, jerk sauce elevates any dish to new heights of flavor. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to add a vibrant touch to your meals, this guide will lead you through the secrets of authentic Jamaican jerk sauce.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN JERK SAUCE



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I found this recipe on www.jamaicans.com. We tried this and WOW was it awesome. I did not have allspice berries so I substituted ground allspice using one full tablespoon.

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup pimiento (allspice berries)
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
6 -8 garlic cloves
4 -6 scotch bonnet peppers
1 tablespoon ground thyme or 2 tablespoons thyme leaves
1 -2 bunch scallion (green onions)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce, to moisten

Steps:

  • Put content in a food processor or blender and liquify.
  • Pour sauce in a jar and keep refrigerated.
  • The sauce will keep forever if kept refrigerated.
  • To increase spiciness blend pepper and pimento and add to sauce the hot peppers at any time.
  • Marinate meat at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 351, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 20.7, Protein 2.2

AUTHENTIC JERK SAUCE - JAMAICA CAFE



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Authentic Jerk sauce originated in Jamaican and when done right, it should be bursting with flavor, heat, and sweetness. I will show you...

Categories     Spices

Time 10m

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons fresh pimento seeds
2 tablespoons brown sugar (I used organic)
1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons oil
7 sprigs fresh thyme
1 whole lime juice
¼ cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until completely incorporated. Pour into a sanitized jar and place in your fridge.
  • You can enjoy immediately or let flavors meld together for as long as you like! Enjoy friends!

JAMAICAN JERK BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 12h30m

Yield 4 to 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 (10-ounce) cans chicken stock
2 (12-ounce) beers, recommended: dark beer
1 large white onion, chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
2 large green chile peppers, roasted and chopped, (optional)
2 bunches green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chiles
2 jalapeno peppers, roasted and chopped, (optional)
4 tablespoons tamarind concentrate
2/3 cup molasses
4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons ground allspice
4 teaspoons ground black pepper
4 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoons ground thyme
3 teaspoons salt
3 teaspoons turbinado sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a slow cooker. (Optional: You can saute the onions in a little olive oil before adding them.) Cook at a low temperature for 6 to 12 hours (until sauce reduces and thickens). A small amount of habanero pepper (chopped or sauce), can be added for additional heat, to taste, at the end of cooking. Serve warm with pork BBQ and white bread or hamburger buns.;
  • Note: Key ingredients are the fresh ginger, allspice, peppers, and tamarind. Also, the flavor is better (and a little milder) if it cooks longer.

JAMAICAN JERK SAUCE



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This authentic and spicy Jamaican jerk sauce recipe can be used on chicken, pork, beef, or seafood. Learn the history and make enough for leftovers.

Provided by Christine Morin

Categories     Ingredient     Sauce     Condiment

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup ground allspice berries
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
2 bunches scallions , trimmed and roughly chopped
6 to 8 garlic cloves
4 to 6 scotch bonnet or habanero peppers (seeded and cored; leave some seeds in for more heat)
2 tablespoons soy sauce ​
1 tablespoon dried thyme (or 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Kosher salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Add the allspice berries, brown sugar, scallions, garlic cloves, Scotch bonnet peppers, soy sauce, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to a food processor or a blender.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Use to marinate the meat of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 259 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 1 cup (6 to 8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

JAMAICAN JERK SAUCE



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Spicy! Serve with chicken.

Provided by haug0382

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ cup peanut oil
½ cup vinegar
3 tablespoons ground allspice
3 habanero peppers
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
5 cloves garlic, peeled
2 limes, juiced
¼ cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Blend green onions, peanut oil, vinegar, allspice, habanero peppers, ginger, garlic, lime juice, brown sugar, thyme, soy sauce, ketchup, peppercorns, and cinnamon in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 553.3 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic produce is always a good choice.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of spices to your liking. Scotch bonnet peppers can be very spicy, so start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the jerk chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice and peas, steamed vegetables, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Authentic Jamaican jerk sauce is a flavorful and versatile condiment that can be used to marinate chicken, pork, or fish. It's also great as a dipping sauce or a spread for sandwiches and burgers. With its unique blend of spices, herbs, and peppers, jerk sauce is sure to add a kick of flavor to your next meal.

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