Festival can best be described as a slightly sweet, crispy cornmeal fritters that is frequently served in Jamaica with fried fish. They get their name because eating them is like having a festival in your mouth.

INGREDIENTS :

• 2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 cup of water
• 1-quart vegetable oil for frying

METHOD:

1. Mix dry ingredients together.
2. Add water to make a soft dough.
3. Divide into a 5×3 inch flat shape in long dumplings.
4. Heat the oil to 350° in a large saucepan,
5. Fry the dumplings until golden all over, 2 to 3 minutes.
6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.