Low Fat Jamaican Festival
Experience the irresistible charm of a classic Jamaican Festival with a healthy twist in this Low Fat Jamaican Festival recipe! Perfectly golden and lightly crisp, these delectable cornmeal-based treats are flavored with a delightful blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, delivering an authentic Caribbean taste without the added guilt. Using low-fat milk and a non-stick skillet instead of deep frying, this recipe keeps things light while maintaining the satisfying texture and sweetness you love. Ready in just 30 minutes, these festival breads are ideal as a warm side dish for jerk chicken, fried fish, or your favorite island-inspired meal. Effortless to prepare and deliciously wholesome, this low-fat alternative brings vibrant Jamaican flavors straight to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 120 milliliters low-fat milk
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 60 milliliters water
- as needed non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk the dry ingredients together until evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, mix the low-fat milk, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir to combine.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon. Add enough water, little by little, until the dough is slightly sticky yet firm enough to form a ball.
Lightly flour your hands and knead the dough gently for about 1 minute, until smooth. Divide the dough into eight equal parts and roll each into a cylindrical shape, about 5 to 6 inches long.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray. Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil and distribute evenly.
Place the shaped dough pieces into the skillet, ensuring they are spaced apart. Allow the festivals to cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking. They should be golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove the festivals from the skillet and let them drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Serve your Low Fat Jamaican Festivals warm as a side to your favorite Jamaican dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1698 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.1 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 295 mg | 6% | |
*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.
