Baked Ackee and Saltfish

Ingredients

• 1 lb saltfish
• 2 cups ackee
• 1 medium onion
• 1 large tomato
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 stalks scallions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 4 whole pimento seeds

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the saltfish in water overnight or for at least 8 hours to remove excess salt. Change the water a couple of times.

2. 2

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

3. 3

   After soaking, drain the saltfish and place it in a pot with 2 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat, drain, and flake the fish into bite-sized pieces.

4. 4

   In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

5. 5

   Add the chopped tomato, thyme, black pepper, and pimento seeds to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes have softened.

6. 6

   Gently fold in the flaked saltfish and ackee into the skillet mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, being careful not to mash the ackee.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture into a baking dish. Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle chopped scallions on top.

8. 8

   Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until slightly golden on top.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Baked Ackee and Saltfish with rice or fried plantains!