Dairy-Free Jamaican Festival
Discover the irresistible charm of Dairy-Free Jamaican Festival, a golden and crispy fried dumpling with a subtly sweet and nutty flavor. Perfectly crafted for those who love traditional Caribbean cuisine without the use of dairy, this recipe combines all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and a hint of warm nutmeg with a splash of fragrant vanilla for a soft and satisfying bite. These festival fritters are quick to prepare, requiring just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of frying for a freshly made side dish or snack. Serve them warm alongside spicy jerk chicken, tangy escovitch fish, or enjoy them solo with your favorite dip. A quintessential taste of Jamaica that’s dairy-free, these festivals are a hit for any occasion! Keywords: Dairy-Free Jamaican Festival, Caribbean fried dumplings, quick dairy-free snacks, Jamaican side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup water
- for frying vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of all dry ingredients.
Add the vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula, until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft but not sticky. If it is too dry, add a little more water; if it is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion in your hands to form a log shape, about 4-5 inches in length.
In a large frying pan, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should be about 1-2 inches deep.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the dough pieces into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to do this in batches.
Fry the festival dough for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked festivals from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve warm as a side dish or snack with your favorite dip or enjoy them plain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.9 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2095 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.2 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
