I used to buy jars of Grace browning sauce until a friend taught me how to make it from scratch. How simple this famous Caribbean seasoning is to make will surprise you. I bet you’ll never buy another jar after you see how. 😉
Homemade Jamaican Browning Sauce
While burnt sugar might mean disaster for most recipes, it gives this sauce its robust, smoky goodness. A teaspoon or two of homemade browning sauce in savory dishes like soups and stews is enough to boost the flavor. However, a little goes a long way. Too much will make your finished dish a little bitter.
Ingredient List
All you need are three pantry staples and about 15 minutes for a cheaper sauce with no unnecessary additives.
How to Make Browning Sauce
Caramelize Sugar – Heat a small pot over low heat. Add brown sugar and stir until it melts. (Photos 1-3) Boiling Water – When the sugar starts to become frothy and turns from light brown to dark brown, carefully add boiling water a little at a time while stirring. Please don’t let the sugar turn too black, as it will become bitter. Note: Please be very careful when adding the hot water, as the sugar may sputter and burn you. (Photos 4) Cook – Keep stirring for about 5 minutes, add salt, and cook until your sauce is ready. (Photos 5-6) Cool – Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Use immediately or bottle it and store it in the fridge.
Recipe Notes
Storage Instructions
Having a jar of browning sauce on hand makes it super easy to add a little to stewed meat. And surprisingly, this slightly sweet sauce adds deliciousness to cakes, too. And since sugar and salt are natural preservatives, the sauce will last 6 months in the refrigerator.
How to Use Browning Sauce
Many mouthwatering Jamaican recipes enjoy a bit of browning sauce. The key is to add it toward the end of the cooking time for a rich, dark color.
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