This content originally appeared on St. Lucia Times.
Green fig and saltfish is a symbol of Saint Lucian heritage. Dating back to the island’s early colonial period, this meal boiled unripe bananas with salted cod that was preserved and imported by European traders. Over generations, it has become a staple for families, and green fig and saltfish remains a beloved part of Saint Lucia’s culinary identity, served in homes, hotels, and at community gatherings.
