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Roasted Breadfruit and Fried Jack Fish

Cultural Context

Originating from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Roasted Breadfruit and Fried Jack Fish is a cherished dish that reflects the island's abundant natural resources. Breadfruit, a starchy fruit, is often roasted to complement the crispy, flavorful jack fish, a staple in Caribbean cuisine. This dish is commonly enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the region's culinary heritage. Today, it is popular throughout the Caribbean and beyond, with variations that include different types of fish and seasonings.

CaribbeanVCmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons chopped herbs
1 medium onion
1 tablespoon ginger
1 bell pepper
2 tablespoons shadow benny
4 cloves garlic
2 scallions
1 cup water
1 tablespoon paprika
2 cloves fresh minced garlic
1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
1 tablespoon fish seasoning
1 tablespoon all purpose seasoning
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb jack fish

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

jack fish

🥗Healthier: grilled mahi-mahi

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is often more affordable and widely available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: butter

Butter is a common substitute that can be less expensive.

1

Welcome to the video where the creator will make the national dish of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

2

Prepare chopped herbs including onion, ginger, pepper, shadow benny, and garlic, along with scallion.

3

Place the chopped herbs into a blender with a bit of water to create a rough green seasoning.

4

Pour the green seasoning over the fish (chuck fish).

5

Add paprika to the fish.

6

Add fresh minced garlic and fresh minced ginger to the fish.

7

Sprinkle fish seasoning over the fish.

8

Add all purpose seasoning to the fish.

9

Add a pinch of hot sauce to the fish.

10

Add just a little pinch of salt to the fish.

11

Massage the seasoning all over the fish, ensuring it gets into the belly of the fish.

Cooking Techniques

roastingfrying

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking sheetskilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Breadfruit and Jack FishRoasted Breadfruit with Fish

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