We Have To Adapt If Quarantined | Belizean Fry Jack Made Simple

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is less processed.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh pico de gallo

💰Cheaper: canned salsa

Fresh pico de gallo is healthier and more vibrant.

Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to a bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the flour.

Mix the flour and baking powder together.

Add milk to the mixture to make it fluffier, adjusting the amount as desired.

If using, add water to the mixture until a dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Cover the dough and let it rest briefly (exact time not specified).

Roll the dough into small balls and then flatten each into a circle.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until hot enough for frying.

Fry each dough circle in the oil until puffed and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove the fried dough from the oil and drain on paper towels.

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