Jamaican Mackerel Run Down Recipe - West Indian Fish Stew

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

mackerel

🥗Healthier: sardines

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Sardines provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

Clean the mackerel and cut into fillets.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add mackerel fillets, thyme, pimento seeds, and scotch bonnet pepper.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Add sliced carrots and green onions; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with lime juice before serving.

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