
Side Dish
Jamaican Fried Dumplings
Crispy fried dumplings made with flour, baking powder, salt, and milk, fried until golden and served as a Jamaican side dish.
23 min4 servingsEasyJamaican
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 2
Pour in the milk and stir until the mixture comes together into a ball; lightly knead.
- 3
Break off about 10 pieces of dough and roll into balls; set aside.
- 4
Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F 177 °C · 350 °F · Gas 4 · Medium heat (175°C 175 °C · 347 °F · Gas 4 · Medium heat).
- 5
Fry the dumplings, browning on one side; flip and cook 2–3 minutes more per side until golden brown.
- 6
Remove the dumplings to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 7
Serve warm.




