Ackee and Saltfish

By John, 23 January, 2015
Region
Jamaica
Description

Ackee and SaltfishThis uniquely Jamaican dish uses ackee, a tree fruit that is not uncommon in the islands, but that is cultivated for food only in Jamaica.

The ackee fruit is rare and expensive in New England markets. I got two cans for $9.99 each at Compare Foods Supermarket in Worcester, but I had to ask for it at the customer service counter.

Yield
6 Servings
Preparation time
15 minutes
Ingredients
16 oz Salt Cod (freshened)
1 Onion (chopped)
3 plum tomatoes (diced)
1 Scallions (sliced)
1 T oil
2 canned ackees
1 avocado (sliced into wedges)
Instructions
  1. Freshen the salt cod in fresh water until the water no longer tastes salty.
  2. Put the fish in fresh water and bring to a boil. Simmer for five minutes.
  3. Remove fish from heat, drain, and flake into a bowl.
  4. Saute the onions in oil until soft and translucent.
  5. Add the remaining ingredients and cook for five minutes.
  6. Garnish with sliced avocado and serve hot.
Source
The Real Taste of Jamaica