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Jamacian Jerk Chicken with Habanero Mango Sauce |
| By Mark Poliner |
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Go back to the islands with this classic grilled jerk chicken topped with a fiery sweet
sauce of habaneros and mangos.
| Ingredients |
| Yield: 4 servings |
| Jerk Rub |
| 2 Tbsp | ground Coriander |
| 2 Tbsp | ground Ginger |
| 2 Tbsp | Light Brown Sugar |
| 1 Tbsp | Onion Powder |
| 1 Tbsp | Garlic Powder |
| 1 Tbsp | Kosher Salt |
| 1 Tbsp | Cayenne Powder |
| 2 tsp | coarse Black Pepper |
| 2 tsp | dry Thyme |
| 1 tsp | ground Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | ground Allspice |
| 1 tsp | ground Cloves |
| Chicken |
| 8 | Chicken Thighs |
| 12 oz | Beer (Red Stripe for Tradition) |
| Garnish |
| Fresh Mango, sliced |
| 3 | Cilantro leaves |
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| Method |
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Marinate the chicken in beer for 30
minutes.
Combine all spices in a small bowl.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry.
Rub the
skin side of the chicken with the jerk and let rest for
30 minutes.
Heat the grill to medium heat and grill
the thighs, skin side down for 12 to 15 minutes, or
until golden brown.
Turn the chicken and move to the side (or
cooler part) of the grill and close the cover
of the grill.
Continue cooking for 6 to 7 minutes or until completely cooked through.
Remove to a platter and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Serve
fresh mango slices and Habanero Mango Hot Sauce and a sprinkle leaves of cilantro on top.
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| Habanero Mango Sauce |
| Ingredients |
| 1 Tbsp |
Canola Oil |
| 1 |
small Spanish Onion, finely chopped |
| 2 |
ripe Mangos, peeled, pitted and coarsely chopped |
| 1 |
Habanero Chile, chopped |
| 1 cup |
White Vinegar |
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Salt, to taste |
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| Method |
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Remove the seeds and ribs of the habanero if you
prefer a less spicy version.
Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add onions, garlic, mangoes, habanero and vinegar and cook over low heat
for 15 to 20 minutes.
Place the mixture in a blender and blend until smooth.
If the mixture is too thick, add a few tablespoons of warm water or vinegar.
Season
with salt to taste.
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