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Ackee and Saltfish
Jamaica's national dish of soaked salted cod sauteed with ackee, onion, tomato, scallion, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper.
Medium⏱️ 2 hr 47 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇯🇲 Jamaican🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 22 min cook 120 min rest
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 2 h 47 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating2 h
- Cooking22 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the fish
- 450 gr Salt cod
For the fruit
- 540 gr Canned ackee
For sautéing
- 1 adet Yellow onion
- 2 adet Tomatoes
- 3 dal Scallions
- 2 diş Garlic
For the spice mix
- 0.5 adet Scotch bonnet pepper
- 3 dal Fresh thyme
For cooking
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
General
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the salt cod in cold water for 2 hours, changing the water once.
2 hr120:00 - 2
Boil the cod in clean water for 12 minutes, drain, and break it into large pieces.
12 min12:00 - 3
Drain the canned ackee and set the fruit aside without crushing it.
- 4
Finely chop the onion, tomatoes, scallions, garlic, and Scotch bonnet pepper.
- 5
Saute the onion, garlic, scallions, and Scotch bonnet pepper in vegetable oil for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 6
Add the tomatoes, fresh thyme, and black pepper, then cook for 5 minutes into a sauce.
5 min05:00 - 7
Add the cod pieces to the pan and turn them with the vegetables for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 8
Add the ackee and warm gently for 2 minutes without crushing it, then remove from the heat.
2 min02:00
💡 Tip: Soak the salt cod for at least 2 hours and change the water; otherwise the gentle flavor of the ackee disappears.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve ackee and saltfish like a brunch plate with optional fried plantain, boiled green banana, or plain bread.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
28
g protein
16
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 31%Carbs 18%Fat 51%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ackee and Saltfish make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Ackee and Saltfish take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 22 minutes, including 120 minutes of passive resting; 167 minutes in total.Is Ackee and Saltfish difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ackee and Saltfish have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 16g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Ackee and Saltfish contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ackee and Saltfish belong to?
This recipe belongs to Jamaican cuisine.How many ingredients does Ackee and Saltfish need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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