ACKEE AND SALTFISH

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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound boneless salted codfish
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
2 onions, sliced
4 scallions, chopped
1 cup sliced assorted bell peppers (red, green, yellow, orange)
1/4 Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped with seeds removed
1 (20-ounce) can ackee, drained
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Wash off all the salt from the salted cod fish in cold water, and then soak as follows: Soak for 1 hour in hot water, and then drain and replace with a new batch of hot water for another hour. The fish will be soaked for a total of 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat and then add the chopped garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the sprig of thyme and cook for 30 seconds. Add the onions, scallions, bell peppers, and Scotch bonnet pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Stir the entire mix as needed. Add the prepared codfish to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring as needed. Add the ackee to the skillet and simmer for another 2 minutes. Stir in the black pepper and turn off the stove. Garnish the cooked meal with the paprika.

Rosiexba
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I've been wanting to try ackee and saltfish for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally did. This recipe was amazing and I will definitely be making it again.


Nancy Swartbooi
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Al Blackman
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I omitted the Scotch bonnet peppers. The dish was still very flavorful and delicious.


Nirvana Wright
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I had some trouble finding ackee, but I was able to find it at a local Jamaican grocery store. The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious.


B1ts 26
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had added more seasoning.


Fahd Saeed
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I've tried many ackee and saltfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious and authentic Jamaican dish.


Rosie Rajput
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The ackee and saltfish were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely make this again.


Samuel Curran
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty and authentic Jamaican dish.


ZuBaiR SaQiB (Ali)
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This was the best ackee and saltfish I've ever had! The flavors were incredible, and the ackee and saltfish were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dost Muhammad wazir
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The ackee and saltfish were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were great. I would recommend using less Scotch bonnet peppers if you don't like spicy food.


Lwandile MABHUQÃ
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The ackee and saltfish are always cooked perfectly, and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ali Kharal
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This was my first time cooking ackee and saltfish, and I was really impressed with how easy it was to make. The recipe was clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble following it. The end result was a delicious and authentic Jamaican dish that


Marian Konneh Kamara
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The ackee and saltfish were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the addition of the Scotch bonnet peppers, which gave the dish a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!