Jamaican Cabbage And Saltfish Recipes

JAMAICAN CABBAGE AND SALTFISH

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add cod; simmer 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let stand until room temperature, about 30 minutes. Remove cod from water; discard water. Discard any skin and bones from cod; shred with a fork. Set aside. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl filled with cold water and 1 teaspoon salt and stir to dissolve. Add cabbage and rinse; drain. , In a large saucepan, heat oil. Add onions, peppers and tomatoes; cook until onions are tender, 4-5 minutes. Add cabbage and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, covered, until cabbage is tender and translucent, 5-6 minutes. Stir in fish; cook until heated through. Serve over rice, if desired.

CABBAGE AND SALTFISH

Steps:

• Combine the salted fish and 6 cups of water in a small pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes. Drain the fish and then rinse it thoroughly with cold water. Break into small pieces and set aside.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the butter, onions, scallions, garlic, tomatoes and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
• Add the fish and stir occasionally for 3 minutes. Add the cabbage and 1 cup water, cover and simmer 5 minutes more. Add 2 teaspoons pepper and stir until thoroughly combined. Serve with rice.