Saltfish is any fried, salted fish, but most often cod. Ackee and Saltfish is the preferred breakfast of Jamaicans. tamarind This decorative tree produces brown pods containing a sweet and tangy pulp that's used for flavoring everything from beverages to curries and sauces—including Angostura bitters and Pickapeppa sauce. It is also an important ingredient in Jamaican folk medicine.