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Jamaican-style tin mackerel
Jamaican-style tin mackerel
Jamaican-style tin mackerel is a popular and flavorful canned fish dish that is typically consists of mackerel fish cooked in a spiced tomato sauce with onions, peppers, garlic, and other seasonings. This dish is known for its bold and savory flavors, making it a delicious and convenient option for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans mackerel in tomato sauce
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- cooked rice for serving
- boiled yam for serving
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the mackerel with the tomato sauce from the cans into the pan. Break up the mackerel gently with a spoon and stir to combine with the vegetables.
- Season with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Jamaican tin mackerel over cooked rice or boiled yam.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 193kcal (10%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 16g (32%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 49mg (16%)Sodium: 243mg (11%)Potassium: 390mg (11%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 1801IU (36%)Vitamin C: 56mg (68%)Calcium: 170mg (17%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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