Classic Jamaican Breakfast|Ackee and Saltfish

salted codfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh fish provides a lower sodium option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

ackee

🥗Healthier: cooked pumpkin

💰Cheaper: cooked sweet potato

Cooked pumpkin mimics the texture and adds nutrition, while sweet potato is budget-friendly.

Boil the salted codfish until tender, then debone and flake it.

Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add julienned onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.

Stir in minced thyme and scotch bonnet slices; cook for a few minutes.

Add the flaked codfish and mix well, cooking until heated through.

Garnish with diced scallions and serve with roasted or baked breadfruit and ripe plantain.

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