How To Make Fry Jacks Belize? - Central America Uncovered

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier fat.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: shortening

Margarine can reduce saturated fat content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a lighter dough.

Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.

If using shortening or margarine, cut it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. If using oil, add it to the mixture.

Gradually pour in the water, mixing until you get a smooth dough, adjusting the water as needed.

Knead the dough for about 5 to 6 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Let the dough rest for 15 to 20 minutes to relax the gluten.

Divide the rested dough into medium-sized balls.

Roll each ball into a thin circle about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut each circle in half or into quarters, or leave whole to puff up during frying.

Heat about 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium to medium-high heat.

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the dough pieces into the oil.

Fry until golden brown on both sides, flipping every 30 seconds, for about 3 minutes total.

Drain the fry Jacks on kitchen paper or a rack to remove excess oil.

Serve traditionally with refried beans, eggs, and sometimes meat, or coat in brown sugar and cinnamon for a sweet snack.

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