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Mackerel Run Down

Cultural Context

Mackerel Run Down is a traditional Jamaican dish that showcases the island's love for seafood and coconut. Originating from the coastal regions, this dish is often enjoyed as a hearty meal, reflecting the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cooking. The combination of mackerel with rich coconut milk and spices creates a comforting stew that is perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners. Today, Mackerel Run Down is celebrated not just in Jamaica, but also in various Caribbean communities worldwide, where it continues to be a symbol of home-cooked comfort food.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb salted mackerel
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 medium onion
2 medium tomatoes
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 bell pepper
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 green onions

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with less intensity.

1

Break the coconut and drain the water out.

2

Grate the coconut and blend it to extract the milk.

3

Squeeze out the juice from the grated coconut using your hands.

4

Put the coconut milk into a pot and bring it to a boil.

5

Cut up the onions and seasonings while the coconut milk is boiling.

6

Add the chopped onions, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper to the boiling coconut milk.

7

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers to the pot.

8

Stir the mixture and let it boil down until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.

9

Add a little black pepper and oregano to the pot.

10

Drop the salted mackerel into the pot, including the head if desired.

11

Cover and let the mackerel cook in the coconut milk until heated through.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Run DownMackerel Rundown

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