The BEST Jamaican Jerk Sauce

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: habanero peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeño peppers

Habaneros provide similar heat, while jalapeños are milder and more accessible.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

allspice

🥗Healthier: mixed spices

💰Cheaper: cloves

Mixed spices can mimic flavor, while cloves are a budget-friendly alternative.

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium low heat.

Add brown sugar to the oil and let it caramelize until it starts to get frothy.

Add 1 cup of jerk seasoning to the caramelized sugar and oil mixture.

Deglaze the pan with red stripe beer.

Add tomato ketchup, pineapple juice (or orange juice), and soy sauce to the mixture.

Let the sauce reduce for 15 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste the sauce and adjust flavors with more sugar or salt as needed.

Strain the sauce to remove solids for a smooth texture.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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