Caribbean Delight: Callaloo and Saltfish - A Flavorful Fusion

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked white rice, for serving
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional), seeded and minc
• 1 pound salted codfish
• 2 bunches callaloo (substitute with spinach if not