PREP TIME: 10 MINUTESCOOK TIME: 20 MINUTESSERVES: 4-6 INGREDIENTS2 medium fresh mackerel5 red scotch bonnet pepper10 shallots1 small ginger4 cloves of garlic1 tsp anise seeds1 tsp grains of selim4 african orchid nutmeg1 tsp black peppercorn1 stalk fresh thyme1 tsp Salt DIRECTION Blend scotch bonnet pepper, shallots, ginger, garlic, anise seeds, grains of selim, African orchid nutmeg and black peppercorn into a smooth mixture and set aside. Pour fresh mackerel into a saucepan over medium heat, add salt, thyme, the blended mixture, stir, cover and let steam for 5 minutes. Take out the mackerel, set aside then add water. Add and adjust salt to your taste, stir and let boil for 10 minutes. Add the mackerel, stir gently and let simmer for 3 minutes. Fresh mackerel soup ready to serve.
