Ackee & Saltfish - Jamaica's National Dish - Most Authentic 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.

Remove saltfish from the packet and wash off the salt.

Boil the saltfish to remove excess salt.

Debone the saltfish after boiling.

Boil the deboned saltfish a second or third time to further reduce saltiness, optionally with pimento and Scotch bonnet pepper for flavor.

Chop bell pepper, onion, tomato, garlic, and green onions.

Rinse Aki from the tin with fresh water to remove preservatives.

Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add the chopped vegetables and seasonings to the pan and let simmer.

Add black pepper, all-purpose seasoning, ginger powder, and all spice to the mixture.

Introduce the rinsed Aki into the pan and mix everything together.

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