Jerk-Spiced Raccoon

Jerk-Spiced Raccoon is a wild game dish featuring raccoon meat marinated or rubbed with a traditional Jamaican jerk spice blend, which typically includes allspice, Scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, garlic, and ginger. The meat is then traditionally grilled or smoked, resulting in a tender, smoky, and intensely flavorful preparation. This dish is a unique fusion of Caribbean culinary techniques with North American foraging traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

As a lean wild game meat, jerk-spiced raccoon is high in protein and relatively low in fat and carbohydrates, making it a nutrient-dense option. A typical serving provides a good source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a calorie ballpark of approximately 200-250 kcal per 100g serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	330 kcal
Protein	42 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	480 mg
Iron	4.2 mg
Zinc	6.8 mg
Niacin (B3)	12.5 mg
Vitamin B12	7.1 mcg
Selenium	31 mcg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Potassium	510 mg
Vitamin B6	0.9 mg

Per 1 cooked portion (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish represents a fascinating cross-cultural culinary adaptation, applying a iconic Caribbean flavor profile to a meat traditionally associated with rural North American foraging. Nutritionally, raccoon meat is often considered a 'cleaner' protein than many domesticated meats due to its wild diet and active lifestyle.