Experience the vibrant and bold flavors of Jamaica with this Authentic Jamaican Jerk Parrot Fish recipe. Infused with a homemade jerk marinade and grilled to perfection over aromatic pimento leaves, this dish brings the authentic taste of the island to your table. Perfect for a family meal or a summer barbecue, this recipe captures the essence of Jamaican cuisine.
For the Fish:
š 4 whole Parrot Fish, scaled, gutted, rinsed, and patted dry with slits cut into the sides
š¾ 1/4 cup White Vinegar for rinsing/cleaning fish
š 1-2 Fresh Limes, juiced for rinsing/cleaning fish
š§ All-Purpose Seasoning sprinkled on fish before jerk marinade
For the Jerk Marinade:
š§
2 medium White Onions, peeled and cut into pieces
š¶ļø 4 whole Scotch Bonnet Peppers yellow/orange and green, stems removed
š 2 pieces of Ginger approx. 2-inch long, sliced
šæ 1 large bunch Fresh Thyme, stems intact
š§ 3 bulbs of Garlic, cloves peeled
š„¬ 1 large bunch Scallions Green Onions, chopped into 2-inch pieces
š« Approximately 1/4 cup Olive Oil
š¾ Approximately 2 tablespoons White Vinegar
š° Approximately 2 tablespoons Pimento Berries Allspice
š§ Approximately 1 tablespoon Himalayan Pink Salt Brand: Quality
šÆ Approximately 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
š„§ Approximately 1/2 tablespoon Ground Nutmeg
š° Approximately 1/2 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
š½ļø Approximately 2 tablespoons Browning Sauce for color
For Grilling:
š 1 large bag/bunch of Pimento Leaves Dried Allspice Leaves
š¢ļø Cooking Oil Spray for greasing the grill
š„¬ 1 bunch Green Onions, chopped for garnish
1- Prepare the Fish:
2- Prepare the Jerk Marinade:
3- Season and Marinate the Fish:
4- Grill the Fish:
5- Garnish and Serve:
Prep Time: Not specified
Cook Time: Approximately 30-35 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour
Servings: 4
Equipment: Large Metal Mixing Bowls, Kitchen Knife, Paper Towels, Blender (similar to Nutribullet), Grill (Brand: Backyard Grill), Tongs, Silicone Basting Brush
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