Easy Caribbean Johnny Cakes Recipe

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor, while margarine is a budget-friendly option.

Sift the flour (optional).

Add 3 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of sugar into a mixing bowl.

Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 cup of water to the dry ingredients.

Add 2 and 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter to the mixture.

Knead the dough for about 10 to 12 minutes until it bounces back without sticking to your finger.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Divide the dough into small balls.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until hot, testing with a small piece of dough.

Fry the dough balls for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown, adjusting the heat as necessary.

Drain the fried Johnny cakes on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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