Fry Jacks Belize
Fry Jacks- a popular Belizean breakfast bread that can be whipped up in less than 30 mins. It sure hits the spot.
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Now let’s talk about these Fry Jack’s right here, because it is a must-try for a weekend breakfast. Make it a week day breakfast – who cares?
Weekends to me are all about breakfast – I think they should be a thing of beauty – stackable, delectable, calorie laden gut buster of a meal. This one is all of those things and more. Why hold back when you are in the hole already?
Go the whole nine yards with fried beans, butter, cheese, fried eggs and honey.
Hey, did I say this was a healthy breakfast?
Okay, maybe instead of those fattening, calorie buster stuff…how about some strawberries, fresh seasoned tomatoes and honey. You get to eat your fruits and vegetables too! Now don’t say I’m not looking out for you- cause I am.
You know Fry Jacks are a Caribbean favorite, especially in Belize. I first fell in love with it when my Belizean friend made it for me and that was it, no turning back. I crave these Fry Jacks every now and then.
You know the bad thing about these…or maybe I should say good thing – it comes together fairly quickly. Guys, within 30 minutes these bad guys are ready.
I’ve been trying not to scare you with my fried food obsession, so I spaced it out for you, would really love for you to stick around because I have plenty more to share.
Enjoy!
Fry Jacks Belize
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ - 3/4 teaspoons salt
- 2 Tablespoons shortening/butter
- 1- tablespoon sugar optional
- ¾ cup whole milk or canned coconut milk
- Oil for deep-frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add shortening.
- Then make a well then add milk, knead dough for about 30 seconds to 1 minute to form soft dough.
- Divide dough into 6-7 equal pieces. Set aside for about 10 mins.
- Place each one piece on a heavily floured board and roll out dough into a circle. They do not have to be perfect circles.
- Divide the circles in half and then place a slit on dough.
- In a large, saucepan pour vegetable oil, until it is at least 3 inches and place on medium heat until oil is 350 degrees.
- Fry until golden brown about 3-5 minutes depending on size. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper napkin. Let it cool
- Serve warm with honey, butter, cheese and refried beans.
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Can you make these in the air fryer?
Hi Vonda. Sorry I haven’t tried making these in an air fryer yet.
Can you make these a head and freeze them?
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Hi Cindy!
Absolutely! You can definitely make Belizean fry jacks ahead of time and freeze them for later use. After preparing and cooking the fry jacks, allow them to cool completely at room temperature. Then, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet to prevent sticking. Once they’re solid, transfer them to airtight freezer bags or containers for storage.
They can be kept in the freezer for several months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, reheat the fry jacks straight from the freezer. Baking them in an oven or toaster oven until heated through and crispy is an effective method. Alternatively, you can refry them briefly for extra crispness. This approach lets you enjoy your fry jacks at a later date without much loss in their quality or texture.
Can I make this with coconut flour?
I have never tried it. Coconut flour is very thirsty, and absorbs much more liquid than all-purpose flour. It also doesn’t stick together very well without egg or tapioca starch. If you want to make the recipe gluten-free, a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix would be better instead. Hope that helps.
I do have a question… should you use yeast to make it rise a bit?
You don’t have to. The baking powder gives it a rise. However, you can replace the baking powder with yeast if you prefer a yeast bread. Just give it time to rise before frying them.
Fry jacks—help! Used regular flour and coconut milk. Came out ‘casket’ and far heavier than I remembered in Belize! What am I doing wrong? Other suggestions??
I’m so sorry that happened. There are so many factors that can affect it. It could have been too dry or wet or the dough could have been over-mixed.
I love the recipe! I followed all the steps except the sugar and they came out amazing.
Love it! I am glad it came out amazing for you, my love.
This was my every day breakfast when I was in Caye Caulker, except there, instálelas of cutting them in half, they fold them over eggs, black beans, cheese, and peppers. Right next to the fryjack stand was a juice stand. So 4 fryjacks loaded and a half gallon of fresh squeezed orange juice. Then a short walk to Ice N Beans for a vanilla iced coffee to sip on the beach.
That is some kind of Heaven right there.
Been looking for a recipe ever since, thanks so much for this!
Thank you, Caleb! Let me know how this turns out for you. Enjoy!
Just tried it my granddaughters loved it, with cheese and honey, is a keeper
Thank you for sharing, Cynthia! 🙂
These were delicious. I’ve tried several recipes and hands down this is the one. My daughter is half Puerto Rican and half Belizean. She loves it because it reminds her of Nana. Best side dishes salted cod fish, scramble eggs or just a piece with Honey lol love it
Glad to be of help. Thanks for taking time out to share this with us.
Thank you for this recipe my family is from Belize and growing up we ate this all the time for breakfast. I made your recipe with no adjusts and it’s pure nostalgia!
Awesome! Thanks so much.
I fell in love with fry jacks when I visited Belize last year! I know they’re quick to make but, if I wanted to save a little time, could I freeze them individually after shaping and slitting and then fry them from frozen when needed, do you think?
Yes they would work out just fine as mentioned. Enjoy!
I want to take these to a party that’s a 2 hour drive for me. Do you think they’ll still taste good after the 2 hour journey?
Hi Kasandra! Fry Jacks taste best when they are served almost immediately when they are still warm. If you must do this 2 hours ahead, then make sure you heat them in an oven at about 300 degrees F, for 5 minutes or more before you serve.
are they better with whole milk or coconut milk
I like it best with coconut milk.