🔑Jamaican salt mackerel is a popular dish known for its rich flavors and unique blend of ingredients.
🥥Coconut milk is a crucial component of the recipe, providing a creamy, tropical flavor to the dish.
🌶️The addition of scotch bonnet peppers adds a spicy kick to the dish, but they are optional.
🍅Tomatoes and other vegetables, such as onions and sweet peppers, add freshness and texture to the dish.
🧂Salt mackerel is cured with salt and must be boiled to remove excess salt before cooking.
What is salt mackerel?
—Salt mackerel is a type of fish that has been cured with salt to preserve it. It has a strong, salty flavor and is commonly used in Caribbean and Jamaican cuisine.
Where can I buy salt mackerel?
—You can find salt mackerel at your local supermarket or grocery store, usually in the seafood or canned fish section.
Can I use fresh mackerel instead of salt mackerel?
—Yes, you can use fresh mackerel in this recipe. However, the saltiness and unique flavor of salt mackerel will be missing.
What can I serve with Jamaican salt mackerel?
—Jamaican salt mackerel is often served with boiled green bananas, dumplings, or fried plantains. It can also be enjoyed with white rice or bread.
How long does it take to make Jamaican salt mackerel?
—The total cooking time for Jamaican salt mackerel is about 1 hour, including boiling the salt mackerel, preparing the coconut milk, and simmering the dish.
00:00Introduction to making Jamaican salt mackerel dish.
00:32Boiling the salt mackerel to remove excess salt.
00:57Blending and extracting coconut milk from a fresh coconut.
02:07Reducing the coconut milk until it turns into a custard-like consistency.
02:38Adding onions, tomatoes, scallions, and sweet peppers to the coconut milk.
03:42Adding the boiled salt mackerel to the pot.
04:17Seasoning the dish with black pepper and simmering for 10 minutes.
05:21Final presentation and conclusion of the video.
