Dairy-Free Authentic Jamaican Jerk Sauce

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Dairy-Free Authentic Jamaican Jerk Sauce recipe. Packed with fiery Scotch bonnet peppers, aromatic allspice, fresh thyme, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, this sauce is a perfect balance of heat and warmth. Fresh lime juice and apple cider vinegar add a zesty tang, while a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg lend depth to every bite. Made entirely dairy-free, this homemade jerk sauce is blended to smooth perfection in just 15 minutes, ready to marinate meat, seafood, or plant-based proteins for an irresistibly smoky, spicy kick. Serve it with your favorite grilled dishes or use it as a bold dipping sauce—this versatile, flavorful Jamaican staple deserves a spot in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 whole Scotch bonnet peppers
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 6 whole Green onions
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme
• 2 teaspoons Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Remove the stems from the scotch bonnet peppers and place them in a blender. If you prefer a less spicy sauce, you can remove the seeds.

Step 2

Add the brown sugar, green onions (cut into thirds), peeled garlic cloves, fresh thyme, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the ginger and add it to the blender.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable oil, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, and apple cider vinegar.

Step 5

Blend the ingredients on high speed until you achieve a smooth sauce consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or spices to taste if desired.

Step 7

Transfer the jerk sauce to a sterilized jar or airtight container. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Step 8

Use this sauce to marinate meats like chicken, pork, or even tofu for at least 2 hours before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(286.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	313.0

Total Fat 14.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2968.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 5.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 186.1mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 686.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 53.9%