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Salt Mackerel With Excelsior Water Crackers

Cultural Context

Salt mackerel is a staple in Jamaican cuisine, often enjoyed as a breakfast or lunch dish. Traditionally, it was a way to preserve fish before refrigeration was common. The dish is celebrated for its savory flavor and is typically served with crackers or bread. In modern times, variations include serving it with different vegetables or spices, making it a versatile meal enjoyed by many.

JamaicanJMmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb salt mackerel
1 medium tomato
1 medium onion
8 pieces Excelsa crackers
to taste natural seasoning

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

salt mackerel

🥗Healthier: fresh mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Fresh mackerel is lower in sodium and can be more affordable.

water crackers

🥗Healthier: whole grain crackers

💰Cheaper: plain bread

Whole grain crackers add fiber and nutrients.

1

Soak salt mackerel overnight in cold water.

2

Boil the salt mackerel a couple of times and debone it.

3

Sauté chopped onion and tomato until softened.

4

Add the boiled and deboned mackerel to the sautéed mixture and cook down for about 5 minutes.

5

Add Excelsa crackers to the mixture and let them steam down to soften.

6

Serve the cook-up salt mackerel with the softened crackers.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Salted MackerelMackerel with Crackers

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