Dinner

Jamaican Fried Dumplings

Golden, crisp Jamaican fried dumplings made from a simple flour dough and served as a satisfying side dish.

  • 25 min
  • 300 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Jamaican
  • Side dish

Mellowpan tip: Ready in 25 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.

Jamaican Fried Dumplings

Ingredients

For 5 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to a large bowl.

  2. Step 2:

    Stir to combine.

  3. Step 3:

    Pour in the milk and stir until combined.

  4. Step 4:

    Roll the mixture into a ball and lightly knead until it comes together.

  5. Step 5:

    Break off about 10 pieces of dough and form them into balls.

  6. Step 6:

    Set the dough balls aside.

  7. Step 7:

    In a 10-inch skillet, heat enough oil over medium heat to fry the dumplings, until the oil is about 350 degrees.

  8. Step 8:

    Once the dumplings are browned on one side, flip them.

  9. Step 9:

    Cook until both sides are browned, about 2–3 minutes each.

    2–3 min
  10. Step 10:

    Remove the dumplings from the oil and place them on paper towels or a cooling rack to drain off any excess oil.

  11. Step 11:

    Serve and enjoy.

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