Jamaican Beef Dumplings
Bring a taste of the Caribbean to your table with these irresistible Jamaican Beef Dumplings! Featuring a buttery, flaky homemade dough stuffed with a flavorful ground beef filling, these dumplings are perfectly seasoned with scallions, garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of allspice for an authentic island flair. For those who love a spicy kick, the optional Scotch bonnet pepper adds fiery heat, balancing the rich, savory flavors. Fried to golden, crispy perfection and ready in under an hour, these dumplings are a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or party treat. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them on their own—these tropical delights are a true flavor explosion! Keywords: Jamaican beef dumplings, crispy dumplings recipe, Caribbean appetizers, savory fried dumplings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Thyme leaves, fresh
- 1 teaspoon Allspice
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the flour. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Slowly add the water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Knead lightly to form a smooth, pliable dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the beef filling. Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.
Add the finely chopped onion, scallions, and garlic to the beef, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the finely chopped Scotch bonnet pepper (if using), thyme leaves, allspice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten to form a circle about 4 inches in diameter.
Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the beef filling onto one half of each circle, leaving space around the edges. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
Pour the vegetable oil into a large skillet or deep pot and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add the dumplings in batches, frying for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Once fried, remove the dumplings using a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve warm, with your favorite dipping sauce if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.3 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 135% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 488 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 247 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.
