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.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Add the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the dry mixture. Gradually pour in the water while mixing, forming a soft dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5

After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Slice each circle into halves or quarters, depending on your preferred size.

Step 8

Heat the 3 cups of oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 9

Carefully place a few pieces of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 10

Fry the dough for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up.

Step 11

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.

Step 12

Serve warm with refried beans, cheese, or eggs for a classic Belizean breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1178.3 grams (1178.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7414

Total Fat 739.60g	948%
Saturated Fat 103.70g	519%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2536mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 193.70g	70%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 44mg	3%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 257mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.4%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 10.3%