Bake And Saltfish

Ingredients

For the Saltfish:
1/2 lb saltfish (salted cod), soaked overnight and desalted
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, chopped
1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional), finely chopped
1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (if needed)
2-3 green onions, chopped
For the Bake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cold butter or margarine
3/4 cup water (or as needed)
Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

Prepare the Saltfish

Drain the soaked saltfish and place it in a pot. Cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain and flake the saltfish into bite-sized pieces.

Cook the Saltfish

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, and Scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Cook until the onions are translucent.

Add the chopped tomato, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Stir in the flaked saltfish and cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Add chopped green onions at the end. Remove from heat and set aside.

Prepare the Bake

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Gradually add water, stirring until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.

Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rounds or squares, as preferred.

Fry the Bake