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Jamaican Callaloo and Saltfish with Boiled Green Bananas

Cultural Context

Jamaican Callaloo and Saltfish is a beloved dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining the nutritious greens of callaloo with the savory flavors of salted fish. Traditionally served for breakfast or dinner, it showcases the use of local ingredients and is often accompanied by boiled green bananas. This dish has become popular beyond Jamaica, with variations appearing in Caribbean communities worldwide.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups callaloo
1 lb saltfish
4 green bananas
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 medium tomato
1 medium bell pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 scotch bonnet pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
0 cups sweet potato
0 cups avocado
0 cups red plantain

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Wash the saltfish before cooking.

2

Boil the saltfish in water for 15-20 minutes, watching carefully to prevent it from boiling over.

3

Once the saltfish is cooked, drain the water and set it aside.

4

Open the tin of callaloo and prepare it for cooking.

5

Chop a small amount of scotch bonnet pepper for flavor, being cautious of its heat.

6

Heat olive oil in a skillet and add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened.

7

Add the callaloo to the skillet and mix well with the sautéed vegetables.

8

Plate the dish with the callaloo and saltfish, serving it alongside boiled green bananas, sweet potato, avocado, and red plantain.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potskilletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Callaloo and SaltfishCallaloo with Salted Fish

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