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Johnny Cakes

Fried dumplings that are crisp outside and soft inside. Good with fish or for breakfast.

Serves 6

Prep 15 min

Cook 15 min

Johnny Cakes
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cold
  • 3/4 cup water, or as needed
  • 1/2 cup oil for frying

Steps

  1. Step 1. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Rub in the butter.

  2. Step 2. Add the water slowly to make a soft dough. Knead for 1 minute and rest 10 minutes.

  3. Step 3. Divide into 8 balls and flatten to 1/2 inch thick.

  4. Step 4. Fry in the oil over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden. Drain.

Where this recipe comes from

Yoribang Caribbean recipes by Yoribang. License: Free to use. View the original (opens in a new tab)

Original Yoribang write-ups of Caribbean dishes from Jamaica, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad. Scotch bonnet peppers are extremely hot, so use gloves and keep one whole for flavor rather than heat. Allspice, thyme, and coconut milk appear in many of these dishes.