Flour Dumplings (Sinkers/Spinners)

"There are many varieties of dumplings; the flour dumpling is the most popular in the Caribbean and the simplest to make. In Bermuda, most people call these sinkers because they don't rise to the top. I usually add a little sugar and sometimes parsley, but this is how a friend of mine does hers."
 
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photo by Elizabeth W. photo by Elizabeth W.
photo by Elizabeth W.
Ready In:
26mins
Ingredients:
3
Yields:
1-2 dozen
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ingredients

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directions

  • Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and slowly add enough cold water to make a stiff dough.
  • (A sticky dough makes a soft pasty dumpling.).
  • Knead in the bowl or on a lightly floured board until smooth.
  • Break off small pieces about the size of a walnut and roll between your hands. It should be similar to a long tube with pointy ends. They're usually about 3-4 inches long.
  • Immerse into salted boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  • Or add to soups and stews and cook for the same period or longer.

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  1. This is the simple recipe that I have been looking for. I made this recipe immediately. The only adustment made was to add parsley and chicken boullion to the flour mixture. This will be my go to recipe for dense dumplings. Thank you!
     
  2. Great!
     
    • Review photo by Elizabeth W.
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