Jerk Chicken
Jamaican · Caribbean
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GRILL
10/10
Spicy, smoky marinated chicken grilled over pimento wood.
Why It Works
Allspice (pimento) is the signature; scotch bonnet provides fruity heat. Pimento wood smoke is traditional.
Key Ingredients
chicken
scotch bonnet
allspice
thyme
garlic
ginger
scallions
soy sauce
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