These fried dumplings are usually served with codfish in Jamaica as part of a big weekend breakfast.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ cup butter, cut into cubes and softened
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Rub in butter until the mixture is crumbly. Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to form a firm dough; knead briefly.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Break off pieces of dough and shape them into biscuit-like patties. Place just enough of the dumplings into the hot oil so they are not crowded; fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels before serving.
Editor’s Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 472 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat20g | 25% |
Saturated Fat10g | 52% |
Cholesterol41mg | 14% |
Sodium855mg | 37% |
Total Carbohydrate64g | 23% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 8% |
Total Sugars0g | |
Protein9g | |
Calcium108mg | 8% |
Iron4mg | 22% |
Potassium94mg | 2% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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- by: Coffee0ooyummy
- 16 years ago
I really enjoyed these thank you for the recipe. However I topped them with cinnamon sugar while they were cooling a bit. everyone in my family scarfed them up! I did get 1 though. I can see they would probably be good as well dusted with powdered sugar as well.
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- by: SHARON8799
- 15 years ago
I was making a big pot of ham & beans and wanted a good homemade bread to go with it but I was out of cornmeal. I thought I’d give my favorite recipe site a try and see what I could come up with. Boy am I glad I did! I didn’t think this bread would go well with ham & beans, but the rave reviews really intrigued me. I can’t believe a handfull of such simple ingredients can taste so good just because they’re fried. Some crumbled the bread into their bowl of soup, some ate them with butter. One even put a little jam on part of one. Delicious all the way around and everyone loved them. I even got a “thumbs up” from my super-finicky 9-yr-old. Now, THAT’S good!
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- by: Cookgoddess
- 13 years ago
Great recipe!! Had these with Saltfish and Callaloo….my family could not get enough of these. The second time I made these, I did try to substitute 2 cups of white flour with whole wheat flour..my husband was not impressed although I liked the healthier alternative. Do try to flatten them down though as they do rise a bit. Either way a great recipe.
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- by: Buck & Suzy's Kitchen
- 12 years ago
i agree the key to these is to make them flat. i served these with a whole bunch of Jamaican foods and they were delicious. super flaky. crunchy. great texture. these are great for parties and holidays and all but not for every day healthy eating. lol. everyone loved them.
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- by: Funiygirll
- 12 years ago
when i talked to my mom after i posted my initial review she said this is what the true Jamaican dumpling tastes like i was so surprised she said this recipe was a keeper and the distinct baking powder taste i love is from a bad recipe! This recipe is a keeper but i needed more water almost a cup.
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- by: Loladoggy
- 11 years ago
these remind me of the yummy dumplings we ate with our fish in the caymans. i find i always have to add at least double the water to make them come together and next time i might try adding a bit more butter. they taste great though and they take us right back to the beach!!
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- by: Nix
- 10 years ago
I had a similar problem to one of the other reviewers, I found the dough was far too dry using the measurements provided here (converted to metric and serving size changed to 2.) However this was easily fixed as I was adding water slowly so just continued a spoon at a time until the dough was stretchy, rather than crumbly. It might be helpful if you gave a bit more detail as to the required texture of the dough to give us a better idea of what it should feel/look like. Also, how big are these “patties” supposed to be? I intended to make mine into 4 dumplings but when I put the first one in, it browned far too quickly (medium heat on an electric hob) and so was burnt on the outside before it was even close to being cooked on the inside. I lumped the remaining mixture into one bigger dumpling and reduced the heat so inevitably it took much longer than the suggested 3 mins/side. But this is the best attempt so far, after trying loads of recipes. I’ll keep fiddling with the details and see how it goes. I love the layout of this site and the conversations, so practical! ; the oil is the right temperature when…; makes x number of dumplings rather than “serves x number of people” (maybe others automatically assume that “serves 2” means “makes 2 dumplings” but not necessarily) Thanks all for the comments and advice!
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- by: Chefstacey
- 7 years ago
These came out good overall, except I had to add more water than what the recipe called for… I probably would still have to add a little more water the next time I make them. Also, deep frying them and covering the pot for a min or two will help cook it through and still be crispy on the outside
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- by: Christina Figueroa
- 6 years ago
I saw so many great reviews and decided to make these. It came out horrible. I followed the recipe exactly and it was extremely dry. I had to add way more water. After I fried them they taste like biscuits and not like dumplings. The whole batch went in the garbage. Will definitely be finding another recipe.
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- by: Cookdap Member
- 6 years ago
Great dumplings! They turn out more like biscuits but they are excellent. The amount of water in the recipe is incorrect. I used closer to 1 1/4 cups of water. Also, when frying, use a high walled pot. That reduces oil splatter. The three minutes per side is insufficient – it will take more like five minutes per side at medium heat. Basically cook them until they are golden brown on each side. Yum!
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- by: Slimequeen Amanda
- 4 years ago
have made this multiple times and every time it comes out amazing! My family loves this and enjoys it I am always very happy with the results from this recipe and happy I can enjoy this I am only 11 years old and I can do this by myself, I am happy how these have come out thank you for this recipe!!!
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- by: Newmexjags
- 4 years ago
These were pretty fabulous. I used milk instead of water and added about 2 tablespoons sugar. This is a basic biscuit recipe but frying makes them magical! crispy on the outside, soft as pillows inside. We dunked them in gravy, slathered them with butter and jam. Mine came out misshapen but who cares? Practice will make perfect!
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- by: Cookdap Member
- 2 years ago
I?m sorry but these turned out awful. Flour water salt and baking powder is all you need. I tried this recipe just to do something different and the outsides were rock hard and the inside still gooey. Never heard of adding butter either and gave it a weird mixture that wouldn?t knead fully with only half a cup of water. Sorry but this was a bust for me.
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- by: Kittenstar501
- 2 years ago
It’s Fabulous! I fried mine in a deep frier (they were smaller pieces) and left out the salt because I was using salted butter. If you want it to be savory do the salt anyway, even if you used salted butter.
Use cinnamon sugar if you want to make it sweet! (even though that probably isn’t the point) It’s really good. (Leave out the salt if you want to top it with cinnamon sugar)
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- by: Cookdap Member
- 1 year ago
It’s almost the same recipe we use. I replace water with milk and I do not use butter.
For those people that had hard dumplings, it’s the heat, not the recipe. Been making these for years. Try stepping down the heat slightly and ensure the oil is not too hot before the patties go in, it will be disappointing
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