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Marlinda Davis

Jamaican Shrimp Patty Recipe

This recipe is for Jamaican Shrimp Patties
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tbs curry powder
  • 1/4 cup shortening, solid
  • 1/4 cup butter 1/2 stick
  • 1/3 cup water, cold

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • sifter
  • Dough Cutter

Method
 

  1. Sift flour, curry powder and salt into a large bowl.
  2. Cut in the shortening and butter until crumbly.
  3. Add the cold water to make a stiff dough.
  4. Lightly flour a wooden cutting board and roll out the dough until about 1/8 inch thick.
  5. Cut out 8 inch circles.
  6. Cover with wax paper or damp cloth until ready to use.*

Notes

*Refrigerate if not using immediately or to set overnight. Remove from the fridge 15 minutes prior to using