Street food from Jamaica Dumpling banana Yam callaloo  and vegetable

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with unique flavor.

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.

Rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture is crumbly.

Gradually pour in the water and coconut milk, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape them into balls or discs.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the dumplings until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Alternatively, boil the dumplings in salted water for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.

For baked dumplings, preheat the oven to 375°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside main dishes.

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