How to Cook Fresh Picked Ackee

salted codfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Fresh fish provides a lower sodium option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

ackee

🥗Healthier: cooked pumpkin

💰Cheaper: cooked sweet potato

Cooked pumpkin mimics the texture and adds nutrition, while sweet potato is budget-friendly.

Soak salted codfish in water overnight, changing water several times to reduce saltiness.

Boil the soaked codfish in fresh water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and flake the codfish into bite-sized pieces, removing any bones.

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

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

Stir in diced tomato and scotch bonnet pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add the flaked codfish and thyme; mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Gently fold in the ackee, being careful not to mash it; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Season with black pepper, lime juice, and pimento seeds; stir gently to combine.

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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