Learn how to make Jamaican boiled dumplings gluten-free with easy steps. the texture and taste are just like traditionally boiled dumplings using all-purpose gluten-free flour.
Bring about 4 cups of cold water with one teaspoon of salt to boil in a large pot on medium-high heat. Add flour and salt to a large bowl and mix. Slowly add water and mix to form into a firm dough ball. You may need to add extra water, one tablespoon at a time if it is too dry. If the dough is too sticky, slowly add 1 tablespoon of flour.
Note that these measurements are specific to the Krusteaz brand of all-purpose gluten-free flour. The water can be more or less depending on the brand of flour used but the steps are the same using any brand.
Once the dough comes together, knead dough to form a smooth ball. Break off pieces of dough and roll them in between the palms of your hands to form a smooth round ball. Flatten dough ball to form a disc.
You can make spinners or cylindrical dumplings by rolling the dough ball in the palm of your hands in a hand-washing manner.
Carefully drop each dumpling in boiling salt water. Return to a boil and lower heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes. The dumplings should be buoyant. Carefully remove dumplings with a fork or slotted spoon and serve.