Name: Jamaican Jerk Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 bunch green onions, roughly chopped; 1/2 cup peanut oil (or vegetable oil); 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons ground allspice; 3 Scotch bonnet peppers (or habaneros), stemmed and seeded for less heat; 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped; 5 cloves garlic, peeled; Juice of 2 limes; 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Unleash the fiery soul of the Caribbean with this vibrant Jamaican Jerk Sauce. A tantalizing blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, fragrant spices, and zesty citrus, it's the perfect marinade or condiment to ignite your taste buds and transport you to sun-kissed shores.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Combine all ingredients in a high-powered blender or food processor. (5 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. The consistency should be a thick paste. (5 minutes)

03

Step

2 mins

Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Add more brown sugar for sweetness, lime juice for tang, or Scotch bonnet pepper for heat. (2 minutes)

04

Step

2 mins

Use immediately as a marinade or condiment, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. (2 minutes)

For a milder sauce, remove the seeds and membranes from the Scotch bonnet peppers before blending. You can also substitute with milder peppers like jalapenos.
If you don't have fresh thyme, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried thyme.
This sauce is excellent with grilled chicken, pork, fish, or vegetables. Try marinating your protein for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, for maximum flavor.
For a smoother sauce, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve after blending.
The peanut oil can be substituted with other neutral oils like canola or vegetable oil.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (5)

Joanne Legros
Jun 20, 2025
This recipe is fantastic! The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. I marinated chicken overnight, and it was incredibly flavorful.
Van Grant
Jun 9, 2025
This jerk sauce is legit! So much better than anything I've bought in a jar. Thanks for the recipe!
Antwan Johnson
Apr 15, 2025
I was a little intimidated by the Scotch bonnets, but I seeded them and the sauce was perfect. My family loved it!
Cassandre Schimmel
Mar 17, 2025
I used it as a marinade for tofu, and it was amazing! A great vegan option.
Candice Zemlak
Mar 12, 2025
Easy to follow and delicious. I added a little more ginger because I love the flavor. Will definitely make again.

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