Velvet Jamaican Rundown with Green Banana Dumplings
A tropical delight combining creamy coconut and hearty dumplings
A traditional Jamaican fish stew simmered in seasoned coconut milk, served with green banana dumplings to soak up the rich, velvety sauce.
- 1 h 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Rundown
For the Green Banana Dumplings
Preparation
Preparing the Mackerel
Clean the Mackerel
Rinse the mackerel pieces under cold water.
Dry the Mackerel
Pat them dry with paper towels.
Season and Set Aside
Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
Making the Green Banana Dumplings
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix grated bananas, flour, and salt.
Form the Dough
Gradually add water while mixing, until a firm dough forms.
Shape the Dumplings
Knead the dough for a few minutes, then shape into small, flat rounds.
Cooking Process
Sauté the Aromatics
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
Simmer the Rundown
Add tomatoes, thyme, and coconut milk to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Cook Fish and Dumplings
Gently place the seasoned mackerel and Scotch bonnet into the coconut milk mixture. Add the dumplings, cover, and let cook until dumplings are firm and fish is tender.
Plating & Serving
Velvet Jamaican Rundown with Green Banana Dumplings
Velvet Jamaican Rundown with Green Banana Dumplings
Plating the Dish
Serve the mackerel in shallow bowls, ensuring each portion has ample broth. Arrange dumplings around the fish, spooning extra sauce over everything for a luscious presentation.