HOW TO COOK JAMAICAN SUNDAY MORNING BREAKFAST ACKEE & SALTFISH RECIPE

saltfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish can be lower in sodium and more affordable than traditional saltfish.

ackee

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: pumpkin

These alternatives mimic the texture but are more widely available.

Soak saltfish in water overnight to reduce saltiness.

Drain and rinse the saltfish, then boil in fresh water for 10-15 minutes until tender.

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

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

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and hot pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Add diced tomato and cook for another 2 minutes.

Stir in the flaked saltfish and cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.

Gently fold in the ackee and cook for 5 minutes until heated through.

Season with thyme, black pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Serve with bammy and fried dumplings.

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