👨‍🍳 조리법

1. 1

   Prepare the salt cod: Soak the salt cod in cold water for at least 1 hour, changing the water several times. Alternatively, soak overnight in the refrigerator. Drain, cover with fresh water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain and repeat this boiling process once more to ensure it's not too salty. Drain and flake the cod into bite-sized pieces.

   💡 전문가 팁: The goal is to remove excess salt while retaining some savory flavor.
2. 2

   Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, minced Scotch bonnet pepper, and the white parts of the scallions. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

   ⏱️ 7 minutes
3. 3

   Add the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and flaked salt cod to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the fish is heated through.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
4. 4

   Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 3-5 minutes until they soften.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
5. 5

   Gently add the drained ackee to the skillet. Stir very carefully to combine, taking care not to break up the ackee too much, as it can become mushy. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the ackee is heated through.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes

   💡 전문가 팁: Ackee is delicate; handle it with care.
6. 6

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the green parts of the scallions.

   💡 전문가 팁: Taste before adding salt, as the salt cod is already salty.
7. 7

   Serve immediately. Ackee and saltfish is traditionally served with boiled green bananas, fried plantains, or rice and peas.

   💡 전문가 팁: This dish is best enjoyed fresh.