Jerk Marinade

Jerk Marinade

This was the marinade that was made for chicken. A bit of this mixed with mayonnaise will make a very flavorful spread.

3 teaspoons allspice

1 tbsp whole allspice

3 cinnamon sticks

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

½ teaspoon  ginger

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 onion

1 Red bell pepper

1 Green bell pepper

4 cloves garlic or 1 whole head

1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced

1 bunch  green onions

2 oz lime  juice

2 oz soy sauce

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil,

1 tblsp thyme leaves

2 jalapeno peppers pepper,  if you want it hotter use habanero or scotch bonnet

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Let set for an hour or more for the flavors to blend.