SALTFISH, DUCANA, AND CHOP-UP Recipe from ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA | Cooking with Kids

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Smoked mackerel provides a similar flavor with less salt.

ducana

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed potato

Sweet potato offers a nutritious alternative with natural sweetness.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

Soak saltfish in cold water overnight to remove excess salt.

Shred the soaked saltfish by hand, removing any bones.

Prepare dukana by mixing grated sweet potato with coconut until smooth.

Wrap the dukana mixture in aluminum foil to prevent it from opening while boiling.

Boil the wrapped dukana until cooked through.

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