Jamaican Lucea Yam, Green Banana and Salt Mackerel (Let's Test the Waters)

salt mackerel

🥗Healthier: grilled mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

yam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: regular potato

Regular potatoes are less expensive and widely available.

green bananas

🥗Healthier: ripe plantains

💰Cheaper: ripe bananas

Ripe bananas are more accessible and provide a similar texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative with a neutral flavor.

Pre-wash the salt mackerel before cooking.

Peel and slice the Jamaican Lucea yam into chunks.

Use frozen green bananas that have been peeled beforehand.

Boil water in a pot and add salt to it.

Add the frozen green bananas to the boiling water and cover it.

Cook the green bananas until firm, then drain the water.

Prepare seasonings by chopping onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper.

Heat a skillet and add the prepped salt mackerel along with the seasonings.

Add pimento seeds and black pepper to the skillet.

Incorporate balsamic vinegar into the mixture and cover to let it cook together.

Cooking Techniques

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