HOW TO MAKE BAKED BEANS AND SALT FISH COOK UP// JAMAICAN STYLE

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

baked beans

🥗Healthier: homemade beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are a budget-friendly option.

Soak the saltfish in water overnight to remove excess salt.

Drain the saltfish and boil it in fresh water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

Remove the saltfish from the pot, let it cool, and then flake it into pieces.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in thyme, black pepper, and pimento seeds; cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Add the flaked saltfish to the skillet, mixing well with the vegetables.

Incorporate the baked beans and diced tomato; stir to combine.

Add chopped scotch bonnet pepper for heat, adjusting to taste.

Pour in a splash of water if needed to achieve desired consistency; simmer for 10 minutes.

Finish with lime juice and chopped green onions; stir well before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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