Callaloo with Salted Fish
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Callaloo with Salted Fish

A flavorful Jamaican dish combining callaloo and salted fish, enhanced with crispy bacon and fresh vegetables.

JamaicanOmnivoreLunchDinner
By marcus91
1 minPrep
40 minCook
41 minTotal
4Servings
350Calories

Ingredients

  • Salt Cod0.5 lb
  • Bacon4 slices
  • Callaloo525 g
  • Onion1 chopped
  • Spring onions2 chopped
  • Garlic2 cloves minced
  • Scotch Bonnet Pepper1 chopped
  • Plum Tomatoes2 chopped
  • Thyme2 sprigs
  • Black Pepper0.25 tsp

Substitutions

  • Salt Cod: use canned tuna or mackerel for a quicker option.
  • Bacon: substitute with turkey bacon or tempeh for a lower-fat or vegetarian option.
  • Callaloo: use spinach or Swiss chard if callaloo is unavailable.
  • Scotch Bonnet Pepper: replace with jalapeño or serrano pepper for a milder heat.
  • Plum Tomatoes: substitute with diced canned tomatoes if fresh tomatoes are not available.
  • Black Pepper: use white pepper or omit if sensitive to pepper.

Instructions

  1. Soak Salt Cod Overnight

    Start by submerging salt cod in a bowl of fresh water, ensuring it is completely covered. Leave it to soak for an entire night to effectively draw out most of the salt, which will help in achieving a balanced flavor in the final dish.

  2. Boil and Cool Salt Cod

    15 min

    The next day, transfer the soaked salt cod to a pot filled with fresh water. Bring the water to a rolling boil, observing some foam forming on the surface; this indicates the salt is being released. Once boiled, remove from heat, drain the water, and allow the fish to cool before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

  3. Cook Bacon Until Crispy

    13 min

    In a skillet, place bacon slices over medium heat and cook until they are golden brown and crispy, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and drain most of the grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon to retain flavor in the dish.

  4. Sauté Vegetables and Spices

    6 min

    In the same skillet with the remaining bacon grease, add chopped onion, spring onions, chopped scotch bonnet pepper, and minced garlic. Stir the mixture and cook for approximately 2 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant, which will enhance the overall aroma of the dish.

  5. Mix in Shredded Salt Cod

    2 min

    Gently fold the shredded salt cod into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir for about a minute to ensure the fish is well blended with the other ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  6. Add Callaloo and Cook Through

    4 min

    Introduce the callaloo, chopped plum tomatoes, thyme, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir everything thoroughly and continue to cook for about 2 minutes until all ingredients are heated through and the callaloo is wilted, giving a vibrant color to the dish.

  7. Serve and Enjoy

    1 min

    Once cooked, transfer the callaloo mixture to a serving dish and serve warm. This dish pairs well with rice or can be enjoyed on its own as a flavorful side.

FAQ

Yes, you can substitute bacon with turkey bacon for a lower-fat option, or use tempeh for a vegetarian alternative.

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