Fried Jack
Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, Fried Jack is a beloved Belizean breakfast staple that’s irresistible in its simplicity. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry essentials like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of sugar to create a lightly golden, perfectly puffed dough that’s fried to perfection. Whether enjoyed plain or paired with savory favorites like refried beans, cheese, or eggs, Fried Jack is a versatile treat that’s sure to delight. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking, this crowd-pleaser is as convenient as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for a weekend breakfast or brunch spread with tropical flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for dough)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 3 cups Oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the dry mixture. Gradually pour in the water while mixing, forming a soft dough.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten each dough ball into a thin circle or oval, about 1/4-inch thick.
Slice each circle into halves or quarters, depending on your preferred size.
Heat the 3 cups of oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place a few pieces of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the dough for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried jack from the oil, and transfer them onto a plate lined with paper towels to soak up excess oil.
Serve warm with refried beans, cheese, or eggs for a classic Belizean breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 739.6 g | 948% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.7 g | 518% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2536 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% | |
*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.
