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Gluten-Free Ackee Delight

Delight in Gluten-Free Caribbean Flavor with Ackee!

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Gluten-Free Ackee Delight

About this recipe

Experience the unique taste of ackee with this gluten-free recipe. Combining vibrant bell peppers and aromatic spices, this dish brings a piece of the Caribbean to your kitchen. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

  • 1 can of ackee, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté diced onion and red bell pepper for 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Add minced garlic, cooking for 1 more minute.

  4. 4

    Gently stir in ackee, being careful not to break the pieces.

  5. 5

    Mix in paprika, cumin, cracked black pepper, and salt.

  6. 6

    Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  7. 7

    Optional: sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.

  8. 8

    Serve hot and enjoy your gluten-free ackee delight!

Chef's tip

Ackee is delicate, so take care not to stir too vigorously. Adjust spices according to taste preference.

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