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Saltfish Pie

Cultural Context

Originating from Grenada, Saltfish Pie is a comforting dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, where saltfish, a preserved fish, is a staple. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, it showcases the blend of local ingredients and flavors, making it a beloved family favorite. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean, with each island adding its unique twist, yet the essence of the dish remains the same: a hearty, flavorful pie that brings people together.

CaribbeanGDmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb saltfish
2 lbs potatoes
4 green onions
1 tablespoon thyme
1/4 cup parsley
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon masala
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup carrots (diced)
1 cup mixed vegetables
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 large eggs
1 cup water
1 tablespoon pepper sauce

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

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: none

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Smoked tofu mimics texture and flavor for a vegetarian option.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add more nutrients and fiber.

1

Welcome viewers and introduce the recipe for saltfish and potato pie.

2

Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3

Add chopped green onions, thyme, and parsley to the skillet.

4

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet.

5

Season with turmeric, masala, and a little salt, then add chopped carrots and mixed vegetables.

6

Sauté the mixture until the vegetables are slightly translucent, about 2-5 minutes.

7

Add boiled and flaked saltfish to the skillet along with the sautéed vegetables.

8

Add a splash of water to the mixture to keep it moist, then turn off the heat.

9

Prepare the dough by rolling it out on a floured surface after refrigerating for 20 minutes.

10

Cut the dough into circles using a pastry cutter.

11

Place a tablespoon of the saltfish and potato mixture onto each dough circle and fold it over.

12

Seal the edges of the dough to create a pie.

13

Beat 1 egg with a little water to create an egg wash and brush it over the pies for color.

14

Bake the pies in a preheated oven at 350°F for 12-20 minutes until golden brown.

15

Remove the pies from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlskilletbaking dishpotcolanderwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishdairyeggs

Also Known As

Saltfish BakeSaltfish Casserole

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