Nut-Free Authentic Jamaican Jerk Sauce
Bring the bold, fiery flavors of the Caribbean to your kitchen with this Nut-Free Authentic Jamaican Jerk Sauce. Bursting with the heat of Scotch bonnet peppers, the earthiness of fresh thyme, and the warmth of allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this vibrant sauce is a true celebration of Jamaican cuisine—all without the worry of nut allergies. Crafted in just 15 minutes, it combines simple yet aromatic ingredients like green onions, garlic, ginger, and lime juice, blended to create a smooth, spicy marinade or condiment. Perfect for grilled chicken, pork, tofu, or even roasted veggies, this homemade jerk sauce delivers an irresistibly smoky-sweet flavor punch. Store it in your fridge for up to three weeks and make every meal a taste vacation! Ideal for those searching for nut-free, homemade, and authentic Jamaican recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Scotch bonnet peppers
- 4 stalks Green onions
- 6 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Fresh thyme
- 1 inch Ginger root
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Allspice berries
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
Instructions
Start by roughly chopping the green onions and peeling the garlic cloves and ginger root.
Remove the stems from the Scotch bonnet peppers and, if you prefer a milder sauce, remove the seeds as well.
In a blender or food processor, combine Scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, garlic, fresh thyme, and ginger root.
Add soy sauce, vegetable oil, brown sugar, allspice berries, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until you achieve a smooth, thick sauce. You may need to pause to scrape down the sides to ensure an even texture.
Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lime juice if necessary, depending on your preference.
Transfer the sauce into an airtight jar or container and store it in the refrigerator. It can last up to 3 weeks if stored properly.
Use as a marinade for chicken, pork, or tofu. You can also use it as a condiment to enhance any dish with a Jamaican flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4733 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
