Ackee and Saltfish
Servings
4servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Soak the saltfish for a minimum of two hours in cold water. Then drain the water.
  2. In a saucepan, place the saltfish and cover with fresh water. Put to boil on medium heat for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and drain the hot water. Wash the fish in cold water to cool it.
  4. Remove the fish skin and debone the saltfish. Flake the saltfish and set aside.
  5. On medium heat, heat the oil in a cooking skillet. Add the onions, thyme, tomato, sweet pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper, scallions and sauté for 3 minutes.
  6. Add the flaked saltfish and cook for another 3 minutes.
  7. Add the ackee, lower the heat and let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
  8. Add the black pepper, mix, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Ackee and Saltfish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 603 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 15g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 172mg 57%
Sodium 7975mg 332%
Potassium 1942mg 55%
Total Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 3g
Protein 76g 152%
Vitamin A 15%
Vitamin C 84%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium 18%
Iron 23%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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