HOW TO MAKE MACKEREL SANCOCHE | MACKEREL RUN DOWN | MACKEREL IN COCONUT CREAM SAUCE || FRUGALLYT

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat at a lower cost.

mackerel

💰Cheaper: sardines

Sardines are often more affordable and provide similar texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a cost-effective substitute for lime.

Boil salted mackerel in a few cups of water to remove excess salt.

Clean the mackerel, removing the skin and cutting it into chunks.

Heat olive oil and butter in a pot.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté for about 2 minutes.

Add christophine and carrots; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes.

Stir in creamed coconut and coconut milk; cover and melt over medium to low heat.

Season with black pepper, lemon juice, and salt to taste.

Add turmeric for color and flavor, if desired.

Gently add the salted mackerel chunks; cover and cook for 5 minutes.

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