Best 3 Rundown Jamaican Codfish Curry Recipes

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Rundown Jamaican Codfish Curry is a flavorful and hearty dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. It is a traditional Jamaican dish made with salt codfish, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk. It is a well-loved dish that is often served with rice or dumplings. Rundown Jamaican Codfish Curry is a popular dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making this delicious dish, as well as some tips and tricks to help you make the perfect Rundown Jamaican Codfish Curry.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RUNDOWN (JAMAICAN CODFISH CURRY)



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From Bittman's, "The Best Recipes of the World". He suggests serving this with coconut rice. He also suggested coconut rice with beans, but I think that would be a complete meal in itself. You can garnish this fish dish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Cooking time includes the one hour that is recommended for resting the fish before cooking.

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     Caribbean

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2-2 lbs cod fish fillets (or redsnapper, seabass or other white-fleshed fish, in two pieces)
2 tablespoons corn oil (or any oil that's neutral)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 chile (stemmed, seeded and minced...or to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2-2 cups coconut milk
1 cup chopped tomato (with its juice)
1 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • Lightly salt both sides of the fish. Put in the fridge for about an hour; no less than 30 minutes and no more than 24 hours.
  • Put oil in a deep skillet over med-high heat for one minute. Add garlic, onion, chile and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Stir in coconut milk and tomato; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces by half.
  • Rinse the fish; add it to the pot. Adjust heat so that mixture bubbles steadily but not violently. Fish should be done in about 10 minutes. If you put a thin-bladed knife through it, it should meet little resistance. Add lime juice.

SHRIMP RUNDOWN



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The Jamaicans serve this when their budget is rundown, since shrimp is cheap on their island. My husband's friend, a Jamaican-born chef, gave me this recipe. It is awesome.

Provided by conniecooks

Categories     Healthy

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pinch dried scotch bonnet pepper (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon curry powder (Montenegro)
1/2 cup pure coconut cream
1 cup water
1/2 lb tomatoes, chopped
salt & pepper
1 lb shrimp, cleaned

Steps:

  • Heat oil in saucepan over medium high heat. Add Onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper. Sauté 3 minutes until softened.
  • Add curry, coconut cream, water tomatoes, salt & pepper.
  • Melt cream and continue to cook uncovered about 15 min or until slightly thickened.
  • Add shrimp and simmer until they are cooked about 2 -5 minutes.
  • Check seasoning for salt & pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.5, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 661.2, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 21.7, Protein 16.8

COCONUT CURRY FISH



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Jamaican curry powder plays a major role in this deeply savory weeknight dish, giving the sauce its unique flavor and golden hue. The traditional spice blend is heavy on the turmeric, and benefits from being toasted, which brings out its notes. This recipe calls for frozen whiting, which doesn't hold up to frying but shines here, simmered in a sauce studded with red and green bell peppers. If whiting is unavailable, cod is also a good choice.

Provided by Millie Peartree

Categories     dinner, weeknight, seafood, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium red bell peppers, deseeded and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick strips
2 medium green bell peppers, deseeded and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick strips
1 medium onion, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder (hot or mild)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
4 (6-ounce) fillets frozen fish, such as whiting or cod
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
1 lime
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced, for garnish
Fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, for garnish
White rice or couscous, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a medium (10-inch) saucepan with deep sides over medium-high. Drizzle in olive oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Add red and green bell peppers and onion, and sauté until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the curry powder to the pan, and toast for about 1 minute, stirring often to keep the curry from scorching. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the grated ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Place fish on top of cooked vegetables, or nestle them into the vegetables, if your pan is becoming too full. Pour coconut milk over fish and vegetables.
  • Cover and simmer over medium-low until fish is cooked and starts to flake, about 20 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Squeeze lime to taste over the top and garnish with scallions and cilantro. Serve with white rice or couscous.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality codfish. The fresher the codfish, the better the rundown will taste. Look for codfish that is firm and white, with no signs of spoilage.
  • Soak the codfish overnight. This will help to remove the salt and rehydrate the fish. Be sure to change the water once or twice during the soaking process.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavorful the rundown will be. Some good options include tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes.
  • Use a good quality curry powder. The curry powder is what gives the rundown its characteristic flavor. Be sure to use a curry powder that is fresh and flavorful.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make rundown. Feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions to suit your own taste.

Conclusion:

Rundown is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover codfish, and it is also a good source of protein and vegetables. Whether you are a Jamaican cuisine lover or just looking for a new and exciting dish to try, rundown is sure to please.

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