How to make Ackee and Saltfish ( My Version )- Episode 1183

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.

Heat olive oil in a big skillet over medium heat until hot.

Add chopped onions, chopped pimento peppers, minced garlic, and colored bell peppers; sauté until the vegetables are very tender.

Sprinkle in fish seasoning and mix well to enhance the flavors of the vegetables.

Add chopped tomatoes and the boiled and flaked salted codfish; mix together and cook for about 5 minutes without adding additional salt.

Add in boiled fresh ackee gently, tossing carefully to avoid breaking it apart; cook for about 2-3 minutes.

Finish with freshly chopped scallions, mixing them in gently.

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