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Uncle Dennis’ Jamaican Jerk Marinade is a small-batch, handcrafted marinade that delivers authentic Jamaican jerk flavor. It’s made with natural, non-GMO, gluten-free ingredients and is perfect for marinating meats, fish, seafood, and vegetables. The marinade offers a balanced blend of bold spices, heat from habanero or scotch bonnet peppers, and a complex flavor profile.
Most traditional jerk marinades, including Uncle Dennis’s, are gluten-free. However, it’s always best to check the ingredient label to ensure there are no added gluten-containing ingredients.
Composition:
A jerk marinade is a liquid mixture that typically includes a blend of spices, herbs, and other ingredients such as vinegar, citrus juice, or oil. The liquid helps to infuse the flavors into the meat or vegetables while also tenderizing them.
Jerk seasoning, on the other hand, is a either a dry spice blend or a paste that consists of similar spices and herbs found in jerk marinades. It is used to season food without the addition of liquid.
Usage:
Jerk marinade is used to soak or coat the food before cooking, allowing the flavors to penetrate deeply. It is typically left on the food for a few hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
Jerk Seasoning: can be rubbed directly onto the food before cooking or added during the cooking process. It’s often used for a quicker flavor boost when marinating time is limited.
Texture and Flavor Absorption:
Because Jerk marinade is a liquid it can provide moisture and tenderness to the food, making it particularly suitable for grilling or roasting.
Jerk seasoning adds flavor on the surface of the food, which can create a flavorful crust when cooked.
To use the marinade, simply coat your choice of meat (such as chicken, pork, or beef) or vegetables with the marinade. We suggest 2 tablespoons per pound of product. For best results, let it marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor. Then, grill, bake, or sauté as desired..
Yes, Uncle Dennis’s Jamaican jerk marinade can be spicy due to the inclusion of scotch bonnet peppers. Recommended usage is included on the label.
If you have leftover marinade, it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a 6 months. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it in portions for future use.
It’s not recommended to use the marinade as a sauce after marinating raw meat due to food safety concerns. However, you can reserve a portion of the marinade before adding it to the raw meat to use as a sauce later, or you can cook the marinade to kill any bacteria before using it as a sauce.
Jerk-marinated dishes pair well with rice and peas, coleslaw, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad. Traditional sides like fried plantains or festival (sweet fried dough) also complement the flavors nicely.
Uncle Dennis’s Jamaican jerk marinade can typically be found in specialty food shops, wineries, and online. Check our website www.jerkfood.com/shop for purchasing options.