British Virgin Islands Johnny Cakes
Soft-dough fried cakes made with flour, cornmeal, and milk. Makes 4 servings; times are approximate.
Shape these johnny cakes into small discs and pan-fry them until golden. The recipe makes 4 servings; allow about 20 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook, as an estimate.
Ingredient allergens
Allergen listDepends on the product
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Cereals containing gluten
Baking powder
Ingredients without verified allergen data 8
Ingredients without verified allergen data: Plain flour, Corn flour, Salt, Brown sugar, Butter, Water, Milk, Oil.
Alternatives by dietary restriction
Lactose-free milk
For lactose intolerance
It can replace liquid milk in cooking and baking to reduce lactose. It retains milk proteins, so it does not avoid the milk allergen. Choose a variety suited to the recipe and check the label. Also check other allergens and the risk of cross-contact.
Lactose-free milk retains milk proteins. This option does not address milk allergy.
Allergens to consider in this alternative:
- Milk and milk products
Check the label, other allergens and cross-contact. Replacing one ingredient does not remove allergens elsewhere in the recipe; adjustments depend on the culinary use.
Method
- 01
Make the dough
Mix the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar. Work in the butter until the mixture resembles crumbs. Gradually add the water and milk until a soft dough forms. Divide into portions, shape into balls, and flatten into discs.
Ready to continue when: The dough comes together and can be shaped into soft discs without crumbling.
12 min - 02
Fry the johnny cakes
Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the discs in batches, turning them so they brown on both sides. Remove them when golden and drain.
Ready to continue when: The discs are golden on both sides and hold together when removed from the pan.
15 min
Ingredients
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