Ackee and Saltfish Recipe

December 7, 2024

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Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish is a popular dish in Jamaica, Its so good it holds the title as the national dish in Jamaica.

Ackee and Saltfish is made with Salted Cod and the national fruit Ackee.

Today I am cooking from London and don’t have access to fresh Ackee and will be using can Ackee.

With just a few ingredients put together. It is easy to make and goes with so many different sides.

Side dishes include Fry Dumpling, Festivals or even white rice or Rice and Peas.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Place the salt cod in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to boil, then boil for 15 minutes. Drain and add fresh cold water to cover. Repeat this process if you are not happy with the saltiness when tasted. Set aside.
In a large frying pan. Pour in your oil into the frying pan and place over medium to high heat. Once the oil is sizzling hot, turn your heat down to low-medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, spring onions, scotch bonnet, then cook until soft, for around 5 minutes.
Add the salted cod, fish seasoning, add some cracked black pepper, thyme and pimento berries. Stir together and cook for 2 minutes.
Next, add in the red and green bell peppers with your tomato. Mix together and cook down for 2 minutes. Now you will add in your ackee and add in a little more black pepper.
Gently fold n the ackee. Ackee is very soft so it is very important you carefully fold it in. Once folded in simmer for 5 minutes and enjoy.