Dumplins

There is no spelling mistake here: dumplins are spelled without a ‘‘g’’ in Antigua and most of the Caribbean. Dumplins are a traditional accompaniment to soup as well as the main dish. Dumplins when fried are called ‘‘bakes.’’

1 cup flour

1⁄2 tsp salt

2 tsp baking powder

1⁄4 cup butter

1⁄4 cup ice water

• Blend flour, salt, and baking powder. Rub in butter until it resembles coarse meal.
• Sprinkle with water to make a dough. Knead until soft and smooth.
• Shape into balls, flatten, and drop into boiling salted water. Let boil for 5–10 minutes.
• Boiling for 20 minutes results in a waxy dumplin, which some Antiguans prefer.