Jamaican Ackee Soup

Jamaican Ackee Soup is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. This traditional Jamaican recipe is packed with flavor and is sure to warm you up on a chilly evening.

Jamaican Ackee Soup

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ackee, canned
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the bell pepper, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the ackee, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

Serve the Jamaican Ackee Soup with a side of rice and fried plantains for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when handling the scotch bonnet pepper, as it is very spicy. You can adjust the amount or remove the seeds to control the heat level of the soup.

Cost

$15