Ackee and Salted Codfish (Saltfish) Recipe

Name: Ackee and Salted Codfish (Saltfish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound salted codfish; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 1 bunch scallions, diced; 1 teaspoon garlic, chopped; 1 sprig thyme; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 habanero pepper, chopped; 1/2 pound cooked ackee*; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

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*Chef's Note: Ackee must be ripe, it is poisonous before it opens to its ripened stage.
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Ackee can also be bought canned.
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Soak salted codfish in water for 1 hour to release salt.
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In a medium saucepot, with enough water to cover the salted codfish, boil for 15 minutes.
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Strain, remove any bones, and let cool.
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Set aside.
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In a large pan with olive oil, saute onion, scallions, and garlic until onions are translucent.
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Add salted codfish and saute for an additional 5 minutes.
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Add thyme and peppers.
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Then add ackee and saute for 3 to 5 minutes.
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Serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound salted codfish, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion, diced, 1 bunch scallions, diced, and more.

Yes, Ackee and Salted Codfish (Saltfish) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ackee and Salted Codfish (Saltfish)

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