Jerk Marinade // Authentic Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Recipe

scotch bonnet peppers

💰Cheaper: habanero peppers

Habanero peppers provide a similar heat level and flavor profile.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining a similar taste.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

Introduce the recipe for jerk marinade, mentioning it can be used on various proteins and vegetables.

Rough chop scallions (green onions) and add them to the blender.

Add optional celery leaves to the blender for body and depth.

Add fresh thyme to the blender.

Add garlic to the blender.

Add chopped onions to the blender.

Add a few pieces of ginger to the blender.

Add pimento peppers to the blender, noting they are not spicy but flavorful.

Remove seeds from scotch bonnet peppers and add them to the blender, explaining that the marinade can be made less spicy by removing seeds.

Add pimento seeds (allspice) to the blender.

Add salt to the blender.

Add black pepper to the blender.

Add grated nutmeg to the blender.

Add browning sauce to the blender for color.

Add vinegar to the blender for flavor and preservation.

Add a bit of vegetable oil to the blender.

Add brown sugar to the blender.

Add a splash of lime juice to the blender.

Blend the mixture for a few seconds, aiming for a chunky consistency rather than smooth.

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