How to make Jamaican Breakfast | Saltfish

saltfish

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat while being more accessible.

Soak saltfish in water overnight to remove excess salt.

Drain and rinse the saltfish, then boil in fresh water until tender, about 20 minutes.

Remove the saltfish from water and flake into pieces, discarding any bones.

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

Gradually add water to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape into rounds or discs.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the dumplings.

Cook the dumplings until they float to the surface, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and drain.

In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.

Add the flaked saltfish, thyme, green onions, tomato, and scotch bonnet pepper to the skillet.

Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.

Serve the sautéed saltfish alongside the dumplings, garnished with lime juice.

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