Jamaican Fried Dumplings
Golden, crisp fried dumplings with a soft middle, perfect with ackee and saltfish or a bowl of stew.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.16 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a bowl. Rub in the tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- 2
Add the warm water a little at a time and mix to a soft dough. Knead for 2 minutes until smooth.
- 3
Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
15 min - 4
Divide into 8 pieces and flatten each into a thick disc about 8 cm wide.
- 5
Heat the sunflower oil in a deep frying pan over a medium heat. Fry 3 or 4 dumplings at a time for 3 to 4 minutes each side, until puffed and golden.
4 min - 6
Drain on kitchen paper and serve warm.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.