Ground Provisions With Stewed Smoked Herring | CaribbeanPot.com

smoked herring

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a good protein source.

yam

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: white potato

White potatoes are less expensive and widely available.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: green chili

Green chili offers similar heat at a lower cost.

Peel and chop the yam, sweet potato, cassava, and plantains into even pieces.

Place the chopped provisions in a large pot and cover with water.

Bring the water to a boil over medium heat and cook until the provisions are tender, about 20-25 minutes.

While the provisions cook, rinse the smoked herring under cold water to remove excess salt.

In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, thyme, and black pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add the smoked herring to the skillet, breaking it into chunks; stir to combine.

Pour in a splash of water and lime juice, then add the scotch bonnet pepper for heat.

Cover the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Once the provisions are cooked, drain and add them to the herring mixture.

Gently fold the provisions into the herring stew and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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