Jamaican Fried Dumplings

Jamaican Fried Dumplings are a popular dish in Jamaican cuisine, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a side dish with savory meals. These golden, crispy dumplings are easy to make and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Jamaican Fried Dumplings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  2. Add the water gradually and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes until smooth.
  4. Divide the dough into 10 equal portions and shape each into a small ball.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Flatten each dough ball into a disc and carefully place in the hot oil.
  7. Fry the dumplings for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Remove the dumplings from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Wooden spoon Paper towels

Tools

Frying pan

Serving suggestions

Serve the Jamaican Fried Dumplings with ackee and saltfish for a traditional Jamaican breakfast, or alongside jerk chicken for a delicious meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground allspice or nutmeg to the dough before frying.

Cost

$5