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Jamaican Fried Dumplings

Cultural Context

Jamaican Fried Dumplings, often called 'Festival', originated as a popular street food in Jamaica, typically enjoyed with fried fish or jerk chicken. These dumplings symbolize the island's culinary creativity, using simple ingredients to create a comforting snack or side dish. Today, they are a beloved treat not just in Jamaica but also in Caribbean communities worldwide, showcasing the island's rich food heritage.

JamaicanJMside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups Charla's GF Flour Blend (375g)
2-3 tablespoons raw cane sugar
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon pink salt
⅓ cup vegan butter (75g), room temperature, chopped
1½ cups almond milk (355ml)
coconut oil for frying

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

1

In a mixing bowl, combine Charla's gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and raw cane sugar.

2

Add the pink salt and chopped vegan butter, mixing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3

Gradually add almond milk, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may not need all the milk.

4

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.

5

Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

6

Flatten each ball slightly with your palm.

7

Heat coconut oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.

8

Fry the dumplings in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

9

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

10

Serve warm as a side dish or snack.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freevegan

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

FestivalDumplings

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