Ingredients
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1 can ackee (drained and rinsed, or 1.5 cups fresh if available) ackee1 can ackee (drained and rinsed, or 1.5 cups fresh if available)
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1 large ripe plantain, peeled and diced plantain1 large ripe plantain, peeled and diced
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1 medium red bell pepper, diced red bell pepper1 medium red bell pepper, diced
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1 small red onion, diced red onion1 small red onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small tomato, diced tomato1 small tomato, diced
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2 scallions, sliced scallions2 scallions, sliced
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1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional, minced for heat) scotch bonnet pepper1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional, minced for heat)
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika smoked paprika1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp ground allspice ground allspice1/2 tsp ground allspice
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1/4 tsp ground turmeric ground turmeric1/4 tsp ground turmeric
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1/2 tsp dried thyme dried thyme1/2 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and black pepper to taste saltSalt and black pepper to taste
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1 tbsp coconut oil (or water for oil-free) coconut oil1 tbsp coconut oil (or water for oil-free)
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Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish cilantroFresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
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Lime wedges, to serve limeLime wedges, to serve
Directions
Serve hot as a hearty breakfast, optionally with slices of avocado or sautéed greens. Enjoy with a squeeze of lime for extra brightness. Ackee is a traditional Caribbean fruit; if using canned, ensure it is fully drained and rinsed. Handle scotch bonnet pepper with care and adjust the amount for your heat preference.
Steps
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Heat coconut oil (or a splash of water for oil-free) in a large skillet over medium heat. |
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Add diced plantain and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and just tender. |
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Add red onion, bell pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. |
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Stir in garlic, tomato, scallions, smoked paprika, allspice, turmeric, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. |
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Carefully fold in the drained ackee and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just to heat through (avoid stirring too much to keep ackee intact). |
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. |
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Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve with lime wedges. |