This traditional Jamaican dish combines flaked salt cod with ackee - the island's national fruit. Sautéed with vegetables and scotch bonnet chile for a spicy kick, it's commonly served for breakfast with dumplings or fried plantains. Top with fresh thyme and avocado for authentic flavor.

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Servings: 4

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8 ounces (225g) salt cod

2 tablespoons (30ml) neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable

2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 28g) diced yellow onion, from 1/4 onion

2 heaping tablespoons (1 ounce; 28g) diced bell pepper, from 1/2 bell pepper

1/2 Scotch bonnet chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 small tomato (about 2 ounces; 56g), cored and diced

1 scallion (10g), thinly sliced

2 tablespoons (3g) fresh thyme leaves and tender stems, chopped

One 18–20-ounce can ackee

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Sliced avocado, for serving

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

310kcal

15%
Fat

20g

1%
Saturated Fat

1g

0%
Carbohydrates

16g

0%
Fiber

3g

0%
Sugar

2g

0%
Protein

20g

1%
Cholesterol

143mg

7%
Sodium

649mg

32%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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