Jamaican Seasoned Rice with Ackee and Saltfish

Jamaican seasoned rice with ackee and saltfish is a flavorful one-pot dish packed with Caribbean herbs, spices, and bold flavor. Made with jasmine rice, ackee, and saltfish, this comforting recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or when you’re craving a taste of Jamaica.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy one-pot meal
• Full of authentic Jamaican flavor
• Perfect for lunch or dinner
• Great way to use ackee and saltfish
• Family-friendly and satisfying

Ingredients for Jamaican Seasoned Rice

• Riceland Jasmine Rice – The foundation of the dish, providing a fragrant, fluffy texture that absorbs all the delicious flavors.
• Ackee – Jamaica’s national fruit, adding a creamy, buttery texture and authentic flavor.
• Saltfish – Brings savory, salty flavor and pairs perfectly with the ackee.
• Onion – Adds sweetness and depth to the dish.
• Bell Pepper – Provides color, freshness, and a subtle sweetness.
• Scallion (Green Onion) – Delivers a signature Jamaican flavor and aroma.
• Garlic – Enhances the overall savory taste.
• Fresh Thyme – Adds earthy Caribbean flavor and fragrance.
• Scotch Bonnet Pepper – Gives the dish its signature Jamaican heat and flavor.
• Oil – Helps sauté the aromatics and build flavor.
• Water or Broth – Cooks the rice while infusing it with flavor.
• Black Pepper – Adds mild spice and balances the savory ingredients.

✨ Jerk Tavern Tip: The combination of thyme, scallion, garlic, and Scotch bonnet creates the classic Jamaican flavor profile that makes this seasoned rice so memorable. 🇯🇲🍚

How to Make Jamaican Seasoned Rice

1. Soak and prepare the saltfish.
2. Sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, scallion, thyme, and Scotch bonnet.
3. Stir in the rice and toast lightly.
4. Add water or broth and cook until tender.
5. Fold in the ackee and saltfish.
6. Fluff and serve.

Jerk Tavern Tips

• Don’t overmix the ackee or it will break apart.
• Adjust the Scotch bonnet to your preferred heat level.
• Serve with avocado or fresh vegetables.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Final Thoughts

This Jamaican seasoned rice with ackee and saltfish is a simple yet flavorful dish that brings Caribbean comfort food to your table. Whether you’re making it for family dinner or meal prep, it’s a delicious way to enjoy bold Jamaican flavors.

Jamaican Seasoned Rice with Ackee and Saltfish

This Jamaican Seasoned Rice with Ackee and Saltfish is a flavorful one-pot dish made with jasmine rice, flaked saltfish, ackee, fresh herbs, and vegetables. The rice is cooked with aromatic seasonings and gently folded with ackee and saltfish for a comforting meal that's rich in Jamaican flavor and tradition. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe is simple, satisfying, and full of Caribbean flair.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican

Keyword: Jamaican seasoned rice with ackee and sailfish, Seasoned rice

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Rest time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 7

Calories: 162kcal

Author: Jerk Tavern

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Ingredients

• 2 cups Riceland Jasmine Rice
• 8 oz saltfish , soaked and flaked
• 1 can (19 oz) ackee, drained
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup pumpkin , diced
• 1 medium onion , diced
• 1 red bell pepper , diced
• 3 scallions , chopped
• 4 cloves garlic , minced
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• ½ Scotch bonnet pepper , finely chopped (or whole for less heat)
• ½ tbsp ginger ,finely diced
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning , add more if needed
• 2 cups water
• 1½ cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp butter (optional for richness)

Instructions

• Soak and prepare the saltfish according to package directions. Flake and set aside.
• Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. A curry to pot and toast it.
• Add onion, bell pepper, scallion, garlic, ginger, thyme, and Scotch bonnet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
• Stir in the pumpkin and saltfish and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add in coconut milk, and boil for 7 mins.
• Add the Riceland Jasmine Rice and stir for 1 minute to coat the grains with the seasonings.
• Pour in the water, black pepper, and all-purpose seasoning.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15–18 minutes until the rice is tender.
• Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
• Gently fold in the ackee and butter (if using), being careful not to break up the ackee too much.
• Fluff with a fork and serve.

Notes

This Jamaican Seasoned Rice with Ackee and Saltfish combines fluffy jasmine rice, savory saltfish, and creamy ackee with traditional Jamaican seasonings for a comforting meal that’s full of bold island flavor. 🇯🇲✨

Nutrition

Serving: 7g | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 2293mg | Potassium: 566mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 715IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg

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