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Jamaican Fried Dumpling (Stuffed With Cheese)

March 9, 2021 by Chef Marsha 2 Comments


Jamaican Fried Dumplings, also known as Johnny cakes  (Stuffed With Cheese), Served with  Jamaican Salt Mackerel  and Ackee
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Jamaican Fried Dumplings, also known as Johnny cakes (Stuffed With Cheese), Served with Jamaican Salt Mackerel and Ackee

WHO Made the First Dumpling? Sure, wasn’t me.

Looking at the origin of dumplings, most food experts and professionals believe that this food was invented in China. It is said that a great physician, Zhang, came up with an idea by combining herbs, mutton, and chilis then wrapped them with dough and after that, he steamed them together to make it warm.

This steaming method helped people to get through the cold weather and the herbs food he gave them to improve their blood circulation and protect them from getting frostbite.

This Jamaican fried dumplings (also known as Johnny cakes) recipe, is unlike any other fried dumplings recipe.

How are Jamaican Fried Dumplings Different?

Jamaican fried dumplings are no different in concept but the ingredients are much more simple; flour, salt and water when boiling and flour, salt, baking powder when frying.

Jamaican fried dumplings, just like Jamaican Boiled Dumplings are versatile as they can be eaten at any time of the day and with any meat kind.

Some Popular Jamaican Foods that are Eaten with Dumplings are:

Jamaican Salt Mackerel

Ackee and Saltfish (Jamaica’s National Dish) Have you tried Jamaican Seasoned Rice? Adding ackee to Jamaican Season Rice will have you licking your plate.

Grace Tin Mackerel

Let me know in the comments what your favourite things to eat with Jamaican Dumplings are. Do You Prefer Boiled Jamaican Dumplings or Fried Jamaican Dumplings?


The Jamaican Fried Dumplings Recipe usually consist of 4 key ingredients; Flour, Salt, Baking Powder and Water   When it comes to salt, I use Pink Himalayan Salt. The health benefits outweighs other salts due to its purity. Some of Pink Himalayan Salt's commonly promoted health claims include that it can: Improve respiratory diseases, balance your body's pH, reduce signs of aging, improve sleep quality, regulate blood sugar and increase libidio.

The Jamaican Fried Dumplings Recipe usually consist of 4 key ingredients; Flour, Salt, Baking Powder and Water

When it comes to salt, I use Pink Himalayan Salt. The health benefits outweighs other salts due to its purity. Some of Pink Himalayan Salt's commonly promoted health claims include that it can: Improve respiratory diseases, balance your body's pH, reduce signs of aging, improve sleep quality, regulate blood sugar and increase libidio.



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It is important to add all dry ingredients into a bowl before making the dough. Mixing all the dry ingredient will allow the baking powder and salt to be evenly distributed throughout the flour.

Using a sieve to get rid of lump is okay but using your hands for kneading is even better. No matter how much I knead, my dough rarely comes out smooth, but my dumplings are always soft.



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You can let the dough sit after kneading to allow the baking powder to active. This will create a softer Jamaican Fried Dumpling.

If the dough is sticky, dust with a little flour.

Fry the dough immediately after kneading is okay, just fry at a lower heat.



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This recipe will make 8 Jamaican Fried Dumplings.

Make each piece of dough flat before stuffing with cheese.



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Stuff with your favorite cheese.

For my Jamaican Fried Dumplings (Stuffed With Cheese), I used a blend of Shredded Mozzarella Cheese and Shredded Gouda Cheese.



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Fry Until Golden Brown

Once the cheese begins to ooze out of the dumplings, They Are Done!



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Drain excess oil before serving.

Enjoy your Jamaican Fried Dumplings (Stuffed With Cheese)

BE CAREFUL! HOT CHEESE!

Yield: 2 Servings

Author: Chef Marsha

Jamaican Fried Dumplings (Stuffed With Cheese)

Jamaican Fried Dumplings (Stuffed With Cheese)

Jamaican Fried Dumplings Have Never Been More Fun.
Ooey, Gooeym Cheesy Goodness.
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 10 MinInactive time: 5 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Ingredients

  • 2 Cup All Purpose Flour
  • 4 TeaspoonsBaking Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Cup Warm Water
  • 1 Cup Cheese, Shredded ( Any Cheese You Prefer)
  • Vegetable Oil for Frying

Instructions

How To Make the Fried Dumpling Dough
  1. In a large bowl, add all purpose flour, baking powder and salt.
  2. Using a whisk or clean hands, combine all ingredients to incorporate.
  3. Make a well and add pour in water.
  4. Gently work the dry mixture into the water to form a dough. Continue kneading until the dough is soft and smooth.
  5. Cover with a towel and rest until the oil is heated and ready for frying.
How to Fry The Fried Dumpling Dough
  1. Heat about an inch of oil in a large and thick skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Once oil is heated, break pieces of dough and start to form each dumpling into a flat biscuit shape. Once the dough is flat, place a pinch of cheese into the center of the dough and gently fold the edges into the middle to seal the cheese into the dumplings.
  3. For visual instructions, see my YouTube Video on how to make Jamaican Fried Dumplings (stuffed with Cheese)
  4. Fry on each side for 3-5 minutes, flipping every 60 seconds, until golden brown.
  5. Drain excess oil on a paper towel and serve.

Calories

748.25

Fat (grams)

26.85

Sat. Fat (grams)

11.36

Carbs (grams)

99.69

Fiber (grams)

3.40

Net carbs

96.29

Sugar (grams)

0.61

Protein (grams)

25.84

Sodium (milligrams)

406.45

Cholesterol (grams)

55.94

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  1. Debbie-Ann Morrison

    March 10, 2021 at 12:25 am

    Looks absolutely delicious. Can’t wait to try this😊.

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    • Chef Marsha

      March 10, 2021 at 1:21 am

      Awesome. Thank You.

      Let me know how you like it.

      Reply

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