Johnny Cakes
Caribbean-style Johnny Cakes are pillowy, slightly sweet pan-fried dough rounds made from a simple flour dough, golden on the outside and soft within. Perfect alongside stews, eggs, or eaten plain.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold, cubed
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
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1
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar.
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2
Add 2 tbsp cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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3
Add 2/3 cup whole milk and 1/4 cup warm water gradually, stirring with a fork until a soft dough comes together. It should be slightly tacky but not sticky. Knead gently in the bowl for about 1 minute. Cover with a clean towel and rest for 10 minutes.
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4
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into a round disc about 1/2 inch thick.
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5
Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. The oil should shimmer but not smoke. Fry the dough rounds in batches of 3 to 4, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
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Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.