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Breadfruit Balls

Cultural Context

Breadfruit Balls are a popular Jamaican snack, often enjoyed at parties and gatherings. The dish showcases the versatility of breadfruit, a staple in Caribbean cuisine, where it's often boiled, roasted, or fried. These fritters are celebrated for their crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior, making them a delightful treat that reflects the island's culinary heritage. Today, variations can be found throughout the Caribbean, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

JamaicanJMappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
breadfruit
minced garlic
celery
parsley
pimentos
paprika
cayenne pepper
evaporated milk
1 egg
salt
breadcrumbs

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients while maintaining structure.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories, while bell pepper offers sweetness.

1

Cut the breadfruit in half and then into smaller pieces for easier peeling.

2

Wash the breadfruit and boil it until tender.

3

Check if the breadfruit is tender using a fork.

4

Mash the cooked breadfruit using a potato masher or fork.

5

Add minced garlic, chopped celery, parsley, and pimentos to the mashed breadfruit.

6

Add half a teaspoon of paprika and a quarter teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

7

Pour in a quarter cup of evaporated milk and add 1 egg.

8

Season the mixture with salt to taste.

9

Incorporate all the ingredients together until well mixed.

10

Form the mixture into balls and coat them with breadcrumbs.

11

Decide to either fry or bake the balls.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

potato masherforkmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Breadfruit FrittersFried Breadfruit

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