Jamaican Baste

Transform your dishes into a Caribbean-inspired feast with this vibrant Jamaican Baste, a flavor-packed blend of bold spices, fresh aromatics, and citrusy zest. Featuring the fiery kick of Scotch bonnet pepper, the warmth of allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and the zing of fresh ginger and lime juice, this marinade strikes the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and zest. Soy sauce and brown sugar add depth and a subtle caramelized note, while olive oil ensures a smooth, brushable texture ideal for grilling or roasting. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile baste can be used immediately or doubled as a marinade, infusing meats, seafood, or vegetables with a burst of authentic Jamaican flavor. Perfect for summer BBQs or weeknight meals, it’s a must-have for lovers of bold, tropical cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole (seeded and minced) Scotch bonnet pepper
• 3 whole (minced) Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your ingredients: seed and mince the Scotch bonnet pepper, mince the garlic, and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the minced Scotch bonnet, garlic, and grated ginger with the brown sugar, ground allspice, dried thyme, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 3

Add the soy sauce, lime juice, orange juice, and olive oil to the bowl. Whisk everything together until well blended.

Step 4

Season the baste with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust flavors as needed—add more lime juice for brightness or a pinch of sugar for extra sweetness.

Step 5

Transfer the Jamaican Baste to a clean jar or airtight container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 6

Brush the baste generously onto meats, seafood, or vegetables before grilling or roasting. For extra flavor, use it as a marinade and let your proteins sit for 2–4 hours before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	224.1 grams (224.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	420

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4101mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 38.10g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 21.90g
Protein 6.10g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96mg	7%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 471mg	10%

*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: 59.6%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 34.8%