Jamaican Jerk Sauce

Thick and spicy sauce that pairs perfectly with jerk chicken wings.

I can't think of any sauce more suited for grilling than this sweet, fiery, and flavor-packed homemade jerk sauce. Complex flavors burst from habanero peppers, pineapple juice, herbs, and spices. You'll love it as a marinade, seasoning, or dip.

Makes 1 cup

Course Condiment, sauce

Cuisine Jamaican

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Servings

Calories 83kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

4 sprigs fresh thyme, minced
4 green onions, chopped (both green and white parts)
½ small onion, chopped
6-8 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 1 tablespoon (10g) fresh ginger, chopped
2-4 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, deseeded and chopped
1½-2 tablespoons (22-30ml) soy sauce
2-4 tablespoons (25-50g) brown sugar
2 tablespoons (12g) ground allspice
1 tablespoon (8g) ground cinnamon
½ tablespoon (4g) freshly grated nutmeg
½-1 tablespoon (5-10g) bouillon powder (optional)
¼-½ cup (60-120ml) pineapple juice, adjust to the desired consistency (or water)
2 tablespoons (30ml) oil (more as needed)

Instructions

In a food processor or blender, finely chop the following: thyme, green onions, onions, garlic, ginger, habanero, or Scotch bonnet pepper. Then add the soy sauce, brown sugar, allspice, cinnamon powder, nutmeg, bouillon powder, and pineapple juice. Pulse for about 30 seconds or until blended.
Heat the oil in a skillet or saucepan. As soon as the oil is hot, add the pureed ingredients. As soon as it starts to bubble, reduce the heat and simmer for 7-8 minutes.
Serve with chicken, pork, beef, or on a sandwich.

Notes

You can swap pepper flakes for habanero or Scotch bonnet peppers if they're unavailable in your area or are too spicy for your taste.
Please wear gloves when handling hot peppers and avoid touching your face (especially your eyes) to prevent unnecessary pain.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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