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Ackee and Saltfish
About the Dish:
Ackee and Saltfish is a traditional Jamaican dish that is commonly enjoyed as a breakfast meal. It is made with ackee fruit and salted codfish, along with various seasonings and spices. The ackee fruit has a unique texture and taste, similar to scrambled eggs. When combined with the salted codfish, it creates a flavorful and satisfying dish.
Nutrition Information:
Nutrient
Amount
Total Fat
15g
Saturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
120mg
Sodium
1500mg
Total Carbohydrates
12g
Dietary Fiber
2g
Sugars
2g
Protein
25g
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Ackee fruit
2 cups
Salted codfish
1 pound
Onion
1 medium, diced
Scotch bonnet pepper
1, diced
Tomato
1, diced
Garlic
2 cloves, minced
Thyme
1 teaspoon, chopped
Black pepper
1 teaspoon
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
Water
1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions:
Step 1: Rinse the salted codfish under cold water to remove any excess salt. Then, place it in a pot with enough water to cover it. Bring the water to a boil and let the fish simmer for about 20 minutes to remove the remaining salt. Drain the fish and set it aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, scotch bonnet pepper, tomato, garlic, thyme, and black pepper. Sauté the mixture for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and the tomatoes have softened.
Step 3: Break the salted codfish into small pieces and add it to the skillet. Stir the fish into the onion and tomato mixture, coating it with the flavors. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 4: Add the ackee fruit to the skillet along with 1/4 cup of water. Gently stir everything together to combine. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the ackee and saltfish cook for about 10 minutes until the ackee is tender and fully cooked.
Step 5: Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Ackee and saltfish is typically served with boiled green bananas, yams, or dumplings. Enjoy!
