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Stewed Saltfish

Cultural Context

Stewed saltfish is a beloved dish in Jamaica, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or lunch. Traditionally made with salted cod, it reflects the island's history of preserving fish for long journeys. The dish is often served with boiled green bananas or dumplings, making it a filling and nutritious meal. Today, variations abound, with many adding different vegetables or spices to suit personal tastes.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 ounces desalted cod
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1.5 cups orange yellow and red pepper medley (medium diced)
half a red onion (medium diced)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon obey seasoning
1 tablespoon haitian spices
1 cup vegetable stock
3 whole cloves
1 scotch pepper bonnet
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 green onions (cut at an angle)

saltfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish provides a lighter alternative, while canned fish is more budget-friendly.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground black pepper

White pepper offers a similar flavor with a different profile.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice gives a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Soak the salt cod overnight to rinse off the salt.

2

Boil the salt cod for 10 minutes, then discard the water and allow it to cool.

3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of minced fresh garlic and sauté briefly.

5

Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of obey seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of haitian spices.

6

Add 3 whole cloves and the boiled cod fish to the pot; simmer for 5 minutes.

7

Add the 1.5 cups of diced pepper medley and simmer for another 5 minutes.

8

Finish the dish by adding 2 green onions cut at an angle.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Saltfish StewSaltfish and Vegetables

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