Steamed Fish with Okra, Jamaican Style!

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Green beans are often less expensive and readily available.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free while salt is a basic alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is typically less expensive.

Clean and scale the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Season the fish with salt, black pepper, and fish seasoning.

Slice the okra, pumpkin, carrot, tomato, and bell peppers into thin pieces.

Chop the garlic, onion, and scallion finely.

In a large steaming pot, add water and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Place the fish on a steaming rack, and layer the sliced vegetables on top.

Add pimento peppers and whole scotch bonnet pepper for flavor.

Drizzle coconut oil and butter over the top.

Cover the pot and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.

Remove the fish and vegetables from the pot carefully.

Serve hot, garnished with additional thyme and fresh herbs if desired.

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