Why Jamaican Festival Tastes So Good (And How to Make It Right!)

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour offers more fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey is a natural sweetener with potential health benefits.

Combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup refined cornmeal, 1/2 tablespoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.

Add 1 1/2 cups coconut milk gradually to the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for a few minutes until it comes together, then let it rest for 15 minutes.

Shape the dough into small balls, then roll them into an oblong shape and flatten them out.

Let the shaped festivals rest for about 5 minutes while heating oil in a pan over medium-low heat.

Once the oil is hot, gently place the festivals in the oil and fry until golden brown, flipping them every minute for even cooking.

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