Ackee and Saltfish as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Ackee and Saltfish is absolutely in that category. The rich and coconut-sweet quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. coconut milk does work that no substitute can replicate.

Jamaican jerk cooking traces to the Maroon communities who preserved meat with allspice and chilli. There's something about the a beach seafood restaurant context that reinforces the comfort effect. sorrel drink alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.