Guyanese Duff (Steamed Dumplings)
Guyanese duff are light, fluffy steamed dumplings that make for the perfect side to soups, stews, and saucy entrees. Learn how to make Guyanese duff with helpful tips, multiple methods, and a gluten-free alternative.
Servings 5
Calories 244kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Shallow Pot/ Deep Pan
- Steamer Basket optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour Use Gluten Free All Purpose Flour for gluten free option
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp room temperature butter
- 4 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- Add the flour, sugar and baking powder to a mixing bowl, then mix together well. Then rub the butter into the dry ingredients using your hands.
- Form a well in the center of the mixture, add warm water starting with 3/4 cup and then a bit more if needed. Knead for 3 to 5 minutes, into a soft dough. Then cover with a damp paper or kitchen towel and let rest for 30 mins.
- When ready to cook separate the dough into 6 even pieces, roll pieces into elongated balls, cover and set aside.
- Then add 4 cups of water to a shallow pot or a deep pan with a tight lid. Add the pot to high heat and bring to a boil. When the water comes up to a roaring boil, add the dough balls and cover the pot tightly. You may also use a steamer basket for this step if you have one.
- Reduce the heat to medium and steam the dough balls for 15 minutes. Do not open the pot while the duff is steaming.
- After 15 minutes remove duff from the pot and place in a serving dish. Serve with metemgee, soup or your favorite stews.
Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg