Jamaican Jerk Rub

By Susan52

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup ground allspice
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 2 habañero or scotch bonnet chile peppers, seeds and membrane removed
• 2 tablespoons dark rum
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Toast allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg and thyme in a small skillet over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.

Transfer to a blender or food processor. Add scallions, garlic, chiles, rum, orange juice, salt and pepper; blend to a smooth paste.