Traditional Jamaican Breakfast Recipe
Includes ackee and saltfish, fried dumplings, and plantains.
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Ingredients
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Ackee and Saltfish
Fried Dumplings
Fried Plantains
Method
Ackee and Saltfish
- 1
Prepare Saltfish
Soak the saltfish in water overnight to remove excess salt. Alternatively, you can boil it in water for about 20 minutes, changing the water halfway through.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
In a frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, scallions, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- 3
Add Ackee and Saltfish
Drain and flake the soaked saltfish and add it to the sautéed vegetables. Gently fold in the ackee (drained if canned), thyme, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
Fried Dumplings
- 4
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add water until a soft dough forms. Knead for a few minutes until smooth.
- 5
Shape and Fry
Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them slightly. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the dumplings in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Fried Plantains
- 6
Prepare Plantains
Peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into about 1-inch thick pieces.
- 7
Fry Plantains
Heat cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.