The National Dish of St. Vincent and the Grenadines//Roasted Breadfruit and Fried Jack Fish🇻🇨

jack fish

🥗Healthier: grilled mahi-mahi

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is often more affordable and widely available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: butter

Butter is a common substitute that can be less expensive.

Prepare the breadfruit by roasting it until black and charred.

Let the roasted breadfruit cool, then peel and cut it into wedges.

Cut off and discard any discolored parts of the breadfruit.

Prepare the jack fish by ensuring it is clean and gutted.

Season the fish with salt and green seasoning, and optionally add garlic and curry powder or saffron.

Marinate the fish in the refrigerator or fry immediately.

Prepare the coating for the fish using flour and Goya all-purpose seasoning, or use cornmeal or fry naked.

Heat oil over medium heat until hot before frying the fish to prevent sticking.

Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side on low heat.

Drain the fried fish on paper towels to remove excess oil.

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