Belize
Fry Jacks
A popular Belizean breakfast staple - deep-fried dough pockets, perfect with eggs, beans, or jam.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp shortening
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
1
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
2
Add shortening and mix with hands until crumbly.
3
Slowly add warm water until dough forms.
4
Knead and rest for 15 minutes, then roll and cut into triangles.
5
Fry until puffed and golden.
Special Twist
Sprinkle cinnamon sugar for a sweet snack version.
Chef Joe's Tips
Eat fresh — once cold, they lose the magic! Perfect with refried beans, eggs, or honey.
Suggestions
You can fry them over a campfire with a pan and some oil — quick breakfast by the river.