Green banana (green fig) and saltfish. The National Dish of Saint Lucia.

saltfish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken provides a lean protein option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

green figs

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer a nutritious alternative, while regular potatoes are often less expensive.

Wash the green figs and put them to boil.

Submerge the coconut oil in hot water to melt it.

Soak vegetables in vinegar water.

Boil the green figs until cooked.

Boil the saltfish three times to remove excess salt, then shred it and remove bones carefully.

Slice the red and green bell peppers, shallots, and onion.

Prepare the pot with melted coconut oil.

Sauté the shallots, onion, and garlic in the coconut oil.

Add sliced bell peppers, cumin, and black pepper to the sauté.

Add the shredded saltfish to the sautéed mixture.

Combine everything and serve over the boiled green figs.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary