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Jamaican Run Down with Coconut Milk and Fish

Name: Jamaican Run Down with Coconut Milk and Fish
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb firm white fish fillets (cod or snapper); 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 scotch bonnet pepper (whole or sliced); 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; 2 cups coconut milk; 1 tsp allspice; Salt to taste; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 bell pepper, sliced; 1 cup okra, sliced

Experience the authentic taste of Jamaica with this creamy, spicy coconut fish dish that's rich in flavor and perfect for a tropical dinner.

4.3(858 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 24, 2025

Jamaican Run Down with Coconut Milk and Fish — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Fish

For the Run Down Sauce

For the Vegetables

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 421 kcal
Protein: 28.75 g
Carbs: 14.25 g
Fat: 28.75 g
Fiber: 3 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1684 kcal
Protein: 115 g
Carbs: 57 g
Fat: 115 g
Fiber: 12 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb firm white fish fillets (cod or snapper)	460	100	0	5	0
1 tbsp lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 tbsp olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 onion, finely chopped	44	1	10	0	2
2 cloves garlic, minced	9	0	2	0	0
1 scotch bonnet pepper (whole or sliced)	18	1	4	0	2
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves	2	0	0	0	0
2 cups coconut milk	920	8	16	96	0
1 tsp allspice	6	0	1	0	1
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 tomatoes, chopped	44	2	10	0	2
1 bell pepper, sliced	24	1	6	0	2
1 cup okra, sliced	33	2	7	0	3

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Fish

1
Rinse and Dry
Rinse the fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2
Season
Squeeze lime juice over the fillets and season with salt and pepper.
3
Marinate
Let the fish marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.

Preparing the Run Down Sauce

1
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Sauté Aromatics
Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
3
Add Pepper and Thyme
Stir in the scotch bonnet pepper and thyme, cook for an additional minute.
Tip: Avoid touching your face after handling scotch bonnet peppers without washing your hands. Pro Tip: For milder heat, leave the pepper whole and remove after cooking.

How to Make Jamaican Run Down with Coconut Milk and Fish

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Simmering the Sauce
Slowly stir in the coconut milk and allspice into the saucepan, reducing heat to a gentle simmer.
2
Adding Vegetables
Add tomatoes, bell pepper, and okra. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
3
Cooking the Fish
Gently add marinated fish fillets to the sauce, ensuring they are submerged. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until fish is fully cooked.