St Lucia national dish | Green figs/banana and saltfish recipe | how to make.

saltfish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and accessible.

green figs

🥗Healthier: green bananas

💰Cheaper: regular bananas

Green bananas are similar in texture and flavor.

Soak saltfish for a long time to remove excess salt.

Fry the soaked saltfish in a skillet until crispy.

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet; fry until softened.

Add chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook briefly to avoid overcooking.

Add scallions and butter to the skillet for creaminess.

Add green figs to the skillet and stir gently without mashing them.

Serve the dish with cucumber salad on the side.

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