Saltfish Fried Rice

Presented by Mini Flavours

Ingredients:

1 cup saltfish (salted cod), boiled and flaked

2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

2 eggs, lightly beaten

½ cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp vegetable oil

2 stalks green onions, chopped

1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional), finely chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the saltfish: Boil the saltfish for about 10 minutes to remove excess salt. Drain, flake into small pieces, and set aside.

Scramble the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble them until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Sauté vegetables and garlic: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the chopped onions and garlic until fragrant and soft, about 2-3 minutes. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Add saltfish and rice: Stir in the flaked saltfish and cook for 2 minutes. Then, add the cooked rice and stir everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly mixed with the saltfish and vegetables.

Season and finish: Add the soy sauce, green onions, and scotch bonnet pepper (if using), then return the scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir everything until well combined and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot: Enjoy your flavorful Saltfish Fried Rice as a main or side dish!