Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish
Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish is a classic Jamaican dish made with ackee fruit and salted codfish. Ackee is a tropical fruit that is native to West Africa and is a staple in Jamaican cuisine. The fruit is cooked and combined with salted codfish, onions, tomatoes, and various seasonings to create a flavorful and savory dish that is often enjoyed for breakfast or brunch in Jamaica.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salted codfish
- 2 cans ackee drained
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 sprigs thyme
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the salted codfish under cold water to remove excess salt. Cut the codfish into small pieces and place in a bowl. Cover with water and let it soak for about 1-2 hours, changing the water a few times to remove more salt.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, and thyme. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the tomatoes and cook until they start to break down.
- Drain the codfish from the water and add it to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Gently fold in the ackee fruit, being careful not to break up the fruit too much. Cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using the scotch bonnet pepper for heat, add it whole to the skillet and remove before serving.
- Serve the Ackee and Saltfish hot with fried dumplings, fried plantains, or rice and peas. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 363kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 73g (146%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 172mg (57%)Sodium: 7.979mgPotassium: 1.923mgFiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 1.651IUVitamin C: 58mg (70%)Calcium: 202mg (20%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
