These fried dumplings are usually served with codfish in Jamaica as part of a big weekend breakfast.
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour: 4 cups
- baking powder: 2 tsp
- ½ teaspoons salt: 1 piece
- butter, cut into cubes and: 0.5 cup (softened)
- water: 0.5 cup (cold)
- vegetable oil for frying: 1 cup
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Rub in butter until the mixture is crumbly. Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to form a firm dough; knead briefly.
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Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
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Break off pieces of dough and shape them into biscuit-like patties. Place just enough of the dumplings into the hot oil so they are not crowded; fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels before serving.
