Try this recipe on chicken or steak for a taste of the Caribbean island flavors, just like the dishes served at Bahama Breeze restaurant.
Bahama Breeze Jamaican Marinade is a flavorful and versatile seasoning that captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine. This marinade is a key component of many dishes at Bahama Breeze, a restaurant known for its vibrant and tropical-inspired menu.
The Jamaican Marinade is a fusion of bold and aromatic ingredients that create a balance of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors. The combination of olive oil, Jamaican Jerk seasoning, orange juice, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, dark Jamaican rum, lime juice, habanero pepper, garlic, red onion, green onions, and Creole seasoning results in a tantalizing and complex taste profile.
The Jamaican Jerk seasoning provides a unique blend of herbs and spices, including thyme, allspice, nutmeg, and scotch bonnet peppers, which contribute to the marinade’s signature Caribbean flair. The habanero pepper adds a fiery kick, while the combination of citrus juices, vinegar, and rum lends a tangy and slightly sweet note.
This marinade is incredibly versatile and can be used to enhance the flavor of various proteins like chicken, pork, or seafood. It can be applied as a marinade, a glaze, or a sauce, offering flexibility in cooking methods and applications. Whether you choose to grill, bake, or pan-sear your protein, the Jamaican Marinade adds depth and complexity to the dish, infusing it with the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.
The Bahama Breeze Jamaican Marinade is easy to prepare by combining all the ingredients in a bowl and refrigerating it for a period of time to allow the flavors to meld together. This marinade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, ensuring that you have a ready-to-use flavor enhancer whenever you need it.
Embrace the bold and lively taste of the Caribbean with Bahama Breeze Jamaican Marinade. Whether you’re recreating Bahama Breeze’s signature dishes or exploring new culinary creations, this marinade brings the flavors of Jamaica to your kitchen. Elevate your meals with the vibrant and aromatic blend of herbs, spices, and seasonings that make this marinade a true taste of the islands.
YIELDS: 1½ CUPS
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican Jerk seasoning
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dark Jamaican rum
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 seeded and minced habanero pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 2 chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a small bowl with a lid, combine all the ingredients.
- Stir the mixture with a whisk until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with the lid and refrigerate the jerk marinade.
- Allow the marinade to chill and develop its flavors in the refrigerator. It can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
