Caribbean Fusion Delight is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the best of Caribbean cuisine with a modern twist. This dish features a deliciously marinated and grilled jerk chicken served with tropical mango salsa and coconut rice. Let’s dive into the details to create this mouthwatering meal!
Ingredients
For the Jerk Chicken:
- Chicken thighs:Â 4-6, bone-in and skin-on
- Olive oil:Â 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice:Â 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce:Â 2 tablespoons
For the Jerk Marinade:
- Green onions:Â 4, chopped
- Garlic:Â 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger:Â 1 tablespoon, grated
- Thyme:Â 1 tablespoon, fresh or 1 teaspoon dried
- Allspice:Â 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon:Â 1/2 teaspoon
- Nutmeg:Â 1/2 teaspoon
- Brown sugar:Â 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce:Â 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil:Â 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice:Â 2 tablespoons
- Habanero pepper:Â 1, seeded and finely chopped (adjust for heat preference)
- Salt:Â 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper:Â 1/2 teaspoon
For the Mango Salsa:
- Ripe mangoes:Â 2, peeled and diced
- Red bell pepper:Â 1, diced
- Red onion:Â 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Cilantro:Â 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime juice:Â 2 tablespoons
- Salt:Â To taste
- Black pepper:Â To taste
For the Coconut Rice:
- Jasmine rice:Â 1 cup (200g)
- Coconut milk:Â 1 cup (240ml)
- Water:Â 1 cup (240ml)
- Salt:Â 1/2 teaspoon
- Sugar:Â 1 tablespoon (optional)
For Garnish (optional):
- Fresh cilantro:Â Chopped
- Lime wedges:Â For serving
Equipment
- Mixing bowls:Â For marinating and mixing ingredients
- Grill or grill pan:Â For cooking the chicken
- Saucepan:Â For cooking the rice
- Measuring cups and spoons:Â To measure ingredients accurately
- Knife and cutting board:Â For chopping ingredients
- Tongs:Â For handling the chicken