Jerk Marinades Or Rubs???

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LarryWolfe

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I don't have alot of experience with jerk seasonings or marinades. But I use the KC Masterpiece Caribbean Jerk marinade on chicken and pork and we really like it alot. I don't know how authentic it is though.
 
Here is my own personal jerk chicken recipe.

1 whole chicken, halved
1 lime, halved
Pinch salt
4 to 5 tablespoons of Jerk Rub seasoning, recipe follows
8 to 12 pimento (allspice) leaves, for flavor, optional

Rub the chicken with lime and salt. Rub jerk seasoning over chicken halves. Marinate in the refrigerator overnight for the best results.
Preheat a barbecue grill to medium high.
If using, spread the pimento leaves on the grill. Barbecue should be on medium-low heat. Grill the chicken for about 45 minutes, turning often to optimize cooking and browning.
Alternatively, you may use your home oven, heated to 375 degrees F., but do not use pimento leaves.
Let chicken sit for 10 minutes before cutting into quarters.

Jamaican Jerk Rum Rub:
1 red onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons white pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onion tops
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
5 small jalapenos
2 tablespoons cooking oil (olive or vegetable)
Splash flavorful rum

Put all ingredients into food processor. Mix on high for 15 pulses.
Yield: 1/2 to 2/3 cup
 
So many recipes, so little time!

Peter, I am going to try the recipe you posted. I have tried a boatload of Jerk recipes and most are good and yours looks like one of those. Jerk is a big part what you like as there are recipes from 4 ingredients to as many as yours and I like the ones with complex flavor. Thanks for the recipe.
 
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