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Chicken legs with a Jamaican Jerk BBQ sauce.

Caribbean Jerk Barbecue Sauce

Carne Diem Culinary
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this vibrant Caribbean Jerk BBQ Sauce! This recipe delivers an authentic island kick, blending fiery Scotch bonnets with the warm embrace of allspice, nutmeg, and ginger. Sweet and tangy notes dance through, creating a versatile sauce perfect for glazing grilled chicken, slathering on ribs, or adding a tropical punch to any BBQ. It’s a tantalizing journey to the Caribbean in every savory, spicy bite!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 10
Calories 44 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ Cup Tomato Puree
  • ¼ Cup Tomato Sauce
  • ¼ Cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons White Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Rum
  • 2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce Preferably Caribbean

Spices and Seasonings

  • ½ Tablespoon Whole Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Celery Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Mustard Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg

Fresh Ingredients

  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 2-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers
  • 1 Green Onion
  • ¼ White Onion
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest optional

Instructions
 

  • The the onions, garlic, and Scotch Bonnet peppers to a food processor and chop until fine.
  • Scape the sides of the bowl then add the vinegar, rum, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend for 1 minute.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and blend for 1 more minute.
  • Add the sauce to a sauce pan and heat to a low boil. Reduce to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If desired, strain the sauce for a smoother consistency.
  • Use the sauce immediately or seal in an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 44kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.05gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 423mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword BBQ, Rum, Scotch Bonnet, spicy, Sweet
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