Jamaican fried dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or even a main course. Made with a combination of flour, salt, baking powder, and water, these dumplings are then fried until golden brown and crispy. The result is a fluffy and flavorful dumpling that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you like your dumplings plain or with a variety of dipping sauces, this recipe will show you how to make the perfect Jamaican fried dumplings every time. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this tasty treat!
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JAMAICAN FRIED DUMPLINGS
Flat fried buttery dough usually served with cod fish in Jamaica, as a big weekend breakfast, slightly different from the American dumplings.
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt. Rub in the butter until it is in pieces no larger than peas. Mix in water 1 tablespoon at a time just until the mixture is wet enough to form into a ball. The dough should be a firm consistency. Knead briefly.
- Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until hot. Break off pieces of the dough and shape into a patty - kind of like a flat biscuit. Place just enough of the dumplings in the pan so they are not crowded. Fry on each side until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 855.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
JAMAICAN FRIED DUMPLINGS
Make and share this Jamaican Fried Dumplings recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jade_brown
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 15 dumplings, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients together.
- Add water a little at a time and knead dough.
- Dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Pinch off pieces (golf ball size), roll into a ball and flatten slightly.
- Heat oil in pan.
- Put each dumpling in pan and fry on each side.
- Remove from pan when each side is golden brown.
Tips for Making Jamaican Fried Dumplings:
- Choose the right flour: All-purpose flour is the most common choice for Jamaican fried dumplings, but you can also use bread flour or a blend of the two. Bread flour will produce a chewier dumpling, while all-purpose flour will produce a lighter dumpling.
- Use cold water: Cold water will help to keep the dumplings from becoming too tough. If you use warm or hot water, the dumplings will be more likely to fall apart.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the dumplings tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Let the dough rest: Letting the dough rest for at least 30 minutes will help it to develop flavor and become more elastic. This will make it easier to work with and will also help to prevent the dumplings from falling apart.
- Fry the dumplings in hot oil: The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when you drop the dumplings in. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the dumplings.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the dumplings. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Serve the dumplings hot: Jamaican fried dumplings are best served hot. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, mustard, or hot sauce.
Conclusion:
Jamaican fried dumplings are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little practice, you can make perfect Jamaican fried dumplings that will impress your family and friends.
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