How to Make Authentic Arawak Bar-B-Q Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those who appreciate the bold, smoky flavors of Caribbean cuisine, Arawak Bar-B-Q sauce is a must-have in your pantry. This authentic sauce is deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of the Arawak people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Caribbean islands. Arawak Bar-B-Q sauce is a complex yet versatile condiment that can elevate a wide range of dishes, from grilled meats to seafood and even vegetables.

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Ingredients

  • 6 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 scotch bonnet chile peppers, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • ½ cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup red wine
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon molasses

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • In a medium bowl, combine the green onions, shallots, garlic, ginger, allspice, ground black pepper, chile peppers, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, brown sugar, orange juice, vinegar, wine, soy sauce, oil, and molasses. Mix well, cover, and allow to sit for one hour. Stir again before using with fish or meat. Discard any remaining sauce.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 2990mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 129mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 699mg