Why I Love It
This dish is a comfort food that reminds me of my chosen Carribean family in Canada. The salt fish is perfectly seasoned, and the bake is soft and delicious. It's my go-to dish for impressing friends and family. It's simple yet full of flavor, and every bite brings back memories of family gatherings and good times.
Step-by-Step Recipe
Follow these simple steps to make your very own Salt Fish and Bake!
Step 1: Prepare the Saltfish by desalting and flaking it into small pieces.
Step 2: Chop vegetables: onions, tomatoes, green onions, etc.
Step 3: In a skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and tomatoes for 3 minutes.
Step 4: Add thyme, paprika, hot pepper, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
Step 5: Add saltfish and cook for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
Step 6: Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 7: Stir in water until the dough forms.
Step 8: Knead the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Step 9: Roll out the dough and cut into pieces.
Step 10: Fry the Bake in hot oil until golden brown.
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make the perfect Salt Fish and Bake.
For the Bake
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoon shortening or butter
- 2 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 Tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water or more
- Oil for frying
For Sauteeing the Salt Fish
- 1 lb Saltfish (desalted and flaked)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1-2 green onions chopped
- 2-3 tablespoon parsley
- 2-3 to matoes diced
- 1 tsp thyme
- 2 tbsp oil
Step-by-Step Preparation
Step 1: Prepare the Saltfish by desalting and flaking it into small pieces.
Step 2: Chop vegetables: onions, tomatoes, green onions, tomatoes etc.
Step 3: In a medium-large skillet, add oil, onions, garlic, and sauté, for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent any burns. Followed by tomatoes continue cooking for about 3 minutes
Step 4: Then add thyme, paprika, hot pepper and black pepper, mix until ingredients have been thoroughly combined. Cook for about 5 minutes or more.
Step 5: Finally throw in salt fish, cook for 5 minutes or more -adjust the seasoning, to taste. Remove from the heat and let it cool.
Step 6: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; add shortening or butter, and, using your fingers. .
Step 7: Gently stir in water into dry ingredients until all is moistened and holds together (like a ball).
Step 8: Place on a floured board and knead for about a minute. Let it rest for about 15-20mins.
Step 9: Roll out dough in to 1 inch thick, cut into desired shapes or use 3 inch or larger cookie cutter to cut dough.
Step 10: In a large, sauce pan pour vegetable oil, until it is at least 3 inches (or about 5 centimeters) high, place on medium heat until oil is 350 degrees.
The History of Salt Fish and Bake
This dish originates from the Caribbean, where salted fish was once a staple ingredient for preserving seafood. The combination with a soft, fried dough called "bake" has become a beloved dish across many Caribbean islands.
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It turned out amazing. Thanks for the recipe
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Must Try!!!