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Cornmeal Dumplings

Cultural Context

Cornmeal dumplings have their roots in Jamaican cuisine, often enjoyed as a staple side dish with stews and soups. They reflect the island's agricultural heritage, utilizing locally grown corn. Traditionally, these dumplings are a comfort food, embodying the warmth of Jamaican hospitality. Today, they are embraced in various forms across the Caribbean, showcasing the versatility of cornmeal in different culinary traditions.

JamaicanJMside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
half a cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
a pinch of ground cinnamon
lukewarm water
salt

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while being cost-effective.

1

Combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.

2

Add lukewarm water gradually to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

3

Knead the dough for 2 minutes, dusting with flour to make kneading easier.

4

Let the dough rest until the water comes to a boil.

5

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add about 1 tablespoon of salt.

6

Pinch off pieces of dough, shape them into dumplings, and drop them into the boiling water.

7

Cook the dumplings until they float, about 10 to 15 minutes depending on size.

8

Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and drain excess water.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingboiling

Equipment Needed

large bowlpotslotted spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

DumplingsJohnny Cakes

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