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CABBAGE AND SALT FISH | JAMAICAN STYLE | HOW TO MAKE CABBAGE AND SALT FISH

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Cabbage and Salt Fish

Cultural Context

Cabbage and Salt Fish is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, often enjoyed as a hearty meal. It reflects the island's reliance on salted fish, a preservation method that dates back to colonial times. This dish is typically served with rice or dumplings and is a staple in many households, showcasing the resourcefulness of Jamaican cooking. Today, variations exist, with some adding different vegetables or spices, but the core flavors remain a comforting reminder of home.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium head cabbage
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 medium bell pepper
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 medium carrot
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb salt fish

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

salt fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken offers a leaner protein option, while canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

1

Wash and cut the cabbage, then set aside.

2

Prepare thyme and other ingredients: onion, garlic, hot pepper, assorted sweet peppers, diced tomatoes, and carrot.

3

Mince the salt fish after washing and deboning it.

4

Preheat a pot and add a little oil for sautéing the seasonings.

5

Add all the seasonings (onion, garlic, hot pepper, assorted sweet peppers, diced tomatoes) to the pot and sauté.

6

Add a pinch of salt to the sautéing mixture and let it cook to bring out the flavors.

7

Add the cabbage and carrot to the pot, cover it, and turn the heat to low to steam for about 15 minutes.

8

Add a pinch of black pepper to the steaming vegetables.

9

Once the vegetables are almost finished steaming, add the minced salt fish and mix everything together.

Cooking Techniques

soakingsautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large skilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Cabbage with Salted FishSalt Fish and Cabbage

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