How to make Ackee & Saltfish Jamaican Patties! | Deddy's Kitchen

salted codfish

🥗Healthier: smoked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a protein source.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is a healthier fat option.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious and adds fiber.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

Mix 1 pound of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of curry powder, 1 tablespoon of turmeric, and 1 tablespoon of baking powder.

Cut 1 cup of butter into cubes and mix into the flour mixture until broken down.

Gradually add buttermilk until the dough comes together, being careful not to add too much liquid.

Knead the dough briefly, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Boil salted codfish in water until tender, then remove and flake into small pieces.

In the same boiling water, add 1 can of ackee and boil for 1.5 minutes, then drain.

Chop onion, bell pepper, scallions, and thyme leaves, and mix with the flaked codfish and ackee.

Combine all filling ingredients and season as desired.

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