Saltfish

Ingredients

1 lb saltfish (salted cod), soaked overnight and flaked
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1-2 Scotch bonnet peppers, chopped (adjust to taste)
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup diced potatoes
1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Salt and black pepper to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Saltfish

If you haven't already, soak the saltfish in water overnight, changing the water a few times to remove excess salt. Drain and flake into bite-sized pieces.

Cook the Base

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, bell pepper, and Scotch bonnet peppers. Saut√© until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add Saltfish and Spices

Add the flaked saltfish to the skillet. Stir in thyme, paprika, and ground allspice. Cook for a few minutes until the saltfish is heated through.

Add Vegetables

Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they start to soften.

Stir in the green peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

Season and Garnish

Season with salt and black pepper to taste (be cautious with the salt as the saltfish can be quite salty).

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.