Jerk Marinade (use with Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers)

By Peggie

A quick and easy homemade jerk marinade!

Ingredients

• 1 + scotch bonnet pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 green onions
• 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped
• 1 tablespoon allspice
• 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark rum
• 1/2 orange, juice and zest
• 1 lime, juice and zest

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins

Preparation

Step 1

Puree everything in a food processor.

Tip: Scotch bonnet peppers can be a little hot so you may want to start by adding half a pepper, test the heat level and continue adding more until the marinade is as hot as you want.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 77, Fat 3g (Saturated 0.3g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 455mg, Carbs 8g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 4g), Protein 1g