Caribbean Jerk Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Caribbean Jerk Sauce
53 min.
2
480kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant Caribbean! This Caribbean Jerk Sauce is a delightful blend of spices and flavors that embodies the essence of island cooking. Perfectly gluten-free, this sauce is not only versatile but also incredibly easy to make, taking just 53 minutes from start to finish.

Imagine the tantalizing aroma of allspice, cayenne, and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this zesty sauce. With a rich base of dark brown sugar and ketchup, balanced by the tang of apple cider vinegar and a kick from your favorite hot sauce, this jerk sauce is sure to elevate any dish. Whether you’re marinating chicken, drizzling it over grilled vegetables, or using it as a dipping sauce, the possibilities are endless!

This recipe serves two, making it perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun date night. With only 480 calories per serving, you can indulge in the bold flavors without any guilt. The combination of fresh ingredients like minced green onions and parsley adds a burst of freshness that complements the deep, smoky notes of the sauce.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this homemade Caribbean Jerk Sauce. It’s time to bring a taste of the tropics to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon allspice 
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground pepper 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup t brown sugar dark
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons spring onion minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • tablespoons hot sauce (I recommend Cholula, any any hot sauce will do)
  • 0.8 cup catsup 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 1.5 teaspoons parsley 
  • 0.1 teaspoon sage 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon thyme leaves 
  • cup water 
  • teaspoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Saute onions in butter in a sauce pan.whisk in all other remaining ingredients and bring to boil.Simmer for 45 minutes.Enjoy.*make a slurry with the cornstarch before adding*.

Nutrition Facts

Calories480kcal
Protein1.41%
Fat31.5%
Carbs67.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
160.5
Glycemic Load
0.41
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.028695733651%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.24kcal
24.01%
Fat:17.54g
26.99%
Saturated Fat:10.91g
68.21%
Carbohydrates:84.06g
28.02%
Net Carbohydrates:82.9g
30.15%
Sugar:73.93g
82.14%
Cholesterol:45.15mg
15.05%
Sodium:1979.99mg
86.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.77g
3.54%
Vitamin A:1709.82IU
34.2%
Copper:0.54mg
27.04%
Vitamin C:18.88mg
22.89%
Vitamin K:19.6µg
18.66%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.92%
Vitamin E:2.33mg
15.52%
Potassium:490.29mg
14.01%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.3%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.59%
Calcium:90.3mg
9.03%
Iron:1.5mg
8.33%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.08%
Magnesium:27.32mg
6.83%
Phosphorus:50.68mg
5.07%
Fiber:1.16g
4.66%
Folate:17.98µg
4.5%
Selenium:2.03µg
2.9%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.4%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.39%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.74%
Source:Food.com