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Saltfish & Baked Beans w Fried Dumpling

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, Saltfish & Baked Beans is a staple dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining the flavors of salted cod with hearty baked beans. Traditionally enjoyed for breakfast or lunch, it showcases the resourcefulness of Jamaican cooking, using preserved fish and legumes. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond the Caribbean, often enjoyed in various forms worldwide, particularly in diasporic communities.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
boneless saltfish
1 can Baked Beans
canola oil
1 small onion
bell peppers
3 cloves garlic
1 tomato
fresh thyme sprigs
2 stalks escallion
ketchup
black pepper
1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

baked beans

🥗Healthier: homemade bean stew

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are economical and quick to prepare.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is widely available and less expensive.

1

Boil saltfish for a few minutes to remove excess salt, then drain and flake it.

2

Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3

Sauté sliced onion, bell peppers, and diced garlic until softened.

4

Add diced tomato and fresh thyme to the skillet and cook briefly.

5

Add flaked saltfish and whole Scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for a few more minutes.

6

Stir in the baked beans and simmer for a few minutes to combine flavors.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Saltfish and BeansJamaican SaltfishBaked Beans with Dumplings

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