Jamaican festival — slightly sweet cornmeal dumplings fried golden and crisp. The classic accompaniment to jerk, fried fish and escovitch, with a fluffy centre.
- 1 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornmeal
- 6 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 3/4 cup Milk
- For frying Oil
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Preparation
- Heat at least 3 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot (or deep fryer) over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Add the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt to a large bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the vanilla and milk and stir until the dough comes together, then lightly form into a ball with your hands.
- Pinch off pieces and roll into long oval shapes, making about 12 dumplings.
- Once the oil reaches 350°F, fry the dough on all sides until golden brown, about 4–6 minutes.
- Remove and drain off the excess oil, then serve.
