Grenadian Saltfish Souse

Name: Grenadian Saltfish Souse
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Grenada
Ingredients: 1 lb salted cod, soaked and desalted; 1 cucumber, sliced; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 1 scotch bonnet pepper, minced; Juice of 4 limes; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste; Chopped parsley, for garnish

4 servings20 min prep15 min cookEasy Grenada

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Grenadian Saltfish Souse

Story updated September 17, 2026

Grenadian saltfish souse, a pickled salt cod salad dressed with lime, onion, and cucumber, reflects the Caribbean-wide reliance on imported salted cod, a trade good introduced by European colonial shipping. Its bright, vinegary profile makes it a popular light lunch or appetizer across the island.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1 lb salted cod, soaked and desalted
1 cucumber, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 scotch bonnet pepper, minced
Juice of 4 limes
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1Soak the salted cod overnight in several changes of water, then simmer in fresh water for 10-12 minutes until tender.
2Drain and flake the fish, removing skin and bones.
3Combine the flaked fish with cucumber, onion, and scotch bonnet pepper in a bowl.
4Pour lime juice and olive oil over the mixture and toss well.
5Season with black pepper and let marinate at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
6Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
7Serve chilled as a light lunch or appetizer.

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