Jerk chicken is a flavorful and spicy dish that originated in Jamaica. The dish has a rich history and is now enjoyed worldwide. Let's take a closer look at the history, recipe, ingredients, and where you can try this delicious dish in Bangkok.
History:
Jerk chicken is believed to have originated with the Taino people of Jamaica. They used a cooking technique called "barbacoa," which involved cooking meat over an open flame. This technique was later adopted by African slaves who added their own blend of spices and seasonings to create the dish we now know as jerk chicken.
Recipe:
To make authentic jerk chicken, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 tablespoon ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- Juice of 1 lime
Mix all the dry ingredients together, then stir in the oil, onion, garlic, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken and let it marinate for at least two hours (overnight is best). Grill the chicken over a medium-high flame until it is cooked through.
Ingredients:
Many of the main ingredients for jerk chicken can be found in Bangkok, such as chicken, thyme, garlic, and soy sauce. However, some of the more unique and exotic ingredients like Scotch bonnet peppers and pimento wood might be harder to find. But don't worry, at Frying Pan Jerk Grill, we import all the necessary ingredients from Jamaica to ensure an authentic and flavorful dish.
Come to Frying Pan Jerk Grill:
If you're craving authentic Jamaican jerk chicken, come to Frying Pan Jerk Grill on Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok. Our chefs are Jamaican and use traditional cooking methods to create the perfect blend of spicy and savory flavors. You won't be disappointed!
"If you are looking for food with authentic Jamaican flavor this is the place! Great staff and the owner is a very cool down to earth guy. His staff is also very friendly and they greet guest with Jamaican greetings like “Wha Gwan” & “Everything Irie”. Had the stewed chicken and rice and peas and it was delicious. The jerk chicken is delicious and has the right amount of kick from the jerk sauce. Also had the panang chicken from the Thai menu and it was full of flavor and spice. Affordable prices and good mixed drinks. Definitely a hotspot to check out in Bangkok! Don’t forget to greet the staff with a “Wha Gwan” to see them smile"
Shawn M