From her roots in Jamaica 🇯🇲 to her family’s table in the States 🇺🇸, our cofounder and registered dietitian Sue-Ellen has transformed traditional Jamaican dishes into vegetarian delights.

Join Sue-Ellen in embracing a #plantbased diet that doesn’t compromise on tradition or taste – because being vegetarian doesn’t mean letting go of your cultural roots. In fact, it can be a journey to rediscover them in a new, healthy way.

Sue-Ellen often kicks off her family’s week by cooking a beloved Jamaican national dish, ackee and “saltfish” 🐟 , but with a vegetarian twist close to her heart. 💖 She replaces the saltfish with jackfruit, a satisfying substitute that even has a similar texture, offering a unique blend of tradition and creativity on a plate.

Today, Sue-Ellen is sharing her family’s favorite recipe that perfectly embodies her “Ja-Merican” lifestyle, so that you can integrate a piece of Jamaican culture into your wellness journey.

We invite you to try this comforting and nourishing dish to celebrate your culture and wellness journey. Share your creations using #CulturedHealth, and let’s celebrate the beauty of vegetarian meals that honor our diverse cultures.

Ingredients

• Ackee (canned or fresh)
• Young green jackfruit (canned, rinsed, and broken up into pieces)
• Onion, tomato, garlic, thyme, scallion, and pepper (all chopped)
• Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste

Directions

• Sauté the onion, garlic, scallion, and tomato with thyme and pepper.
• Add the jackfruit pieces and cook for about 10-15 minutes.
• Add the ackee gently and stir without breaking it up too much.
• Cook for another 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve with a side of dumplings, just the way her daughter loves it!