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HOW TO MAKE REAL JAMAICAN SALT MACKEREL SERVE WITH GREEN BANANA ,YAM & DUMPLING

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Jamaican Salt Mackerel with Green Banana, Yam & Dumpling

Cultural Context

Jamaican salt mackerel is a beloved dish that reflects the island's fishing heritage and resourceful cooking practices. Traditionally, salt mackerel was preserved for long journeys and is often paired with starchy vegetables like green bananas and yam, making it a hearty meal. This dish is commonly enjoyed for breakfast or lunch, but it can also be a comforting dinner option. Its popularity has spread beyond Jamaica, with variations found in Caribbean communities worldwide.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb salt mackerel
1 lb yellow yam
4 green bananas
1 cup tomatoes (diced)
1 cup sweet peppers (diced)
1 medium onion (chopped)
1 hot pepper (whole or chopped, to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons ketchup

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

salt mackerel

🥗Healthier: fresh mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Fresh mackerel is lower in sodium and can be more affordable.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

green bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: yellow bananas

Plantains provide a similar texture with a different flavor.

1

Boil the salt mackerel in water, changing the water at least two times to reduce saltiness.

2

In a hot pot with oil, add chopped tomatoes, sweet peppers, onion, and hot pepper.

3

Once the vegetables are tender, add 2 tablespoons of vinegar.

4

Add the boiled salt mackerel to the pot with the vegetables.

5

Season with black pepper and optionally add a little ketchup.

6

Cover and let it cook until everything is combined.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potskilletbowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Salt Mackerel and BananasSalted Mackerel with Dumplings

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