Jamaica Salted Mackerel and Callaloo | Chef Ricardo Cooking

salted mackerel

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and offers a similar protein source.

callaloo

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is widely available and can mimic the texture.

Soak salted mackerel in water for 30 minutes to reduce saltiness.

Drain the mackerel and rinse under cold water.

Place the mackerel in a pot with fresh water and boil for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

Remove the mackerel from the pot and flake into bite-sized pieces, removing bones.

In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Add 1 chopped onion, 2 cloves of chopped garlic, and 1 chopped bell pepper; sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in 1 chopped tomato, 1 teaspoon of thyme, and 1 teaspoon of pimento seeds; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add the flaked mackerel to the pan and mix gently to combine.

Add chopped callaloo and 1 cup of water; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until wilted.

Season with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 chopped scotch bonnet pepper to taste.

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice from 1 lime and chopped scallions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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