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Margarita Island (Venezuela)
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Nutritional Values
450kcal
7gProtein
70gCarbs
15gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Domplines
How to order / say it
Say it
Domplines — [dom-plee-nes]
Order
I'd like some Domplines, please.
Locally
Quisiera unos Domplines, por favor.
Say locally
Fried dough balls often served with cheese.
Why try it?
Domplines represent the simple, hearty, and communal spirit of Margarita Island. Shared at gatherings and festivals, they embody local traditions and flavors.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside with a soft, chewy inside. Usually lightly salted, with a comforting bread-like aroma.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Domplines have been part of Margarita Island cuisine since Venezuelan colonial times, gaining popularity in local kitchens across the island during the 19th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g all-purpose flour
- 🌾 5 g yeast
- 150 ml water
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🫒 500 ml oil for frying
Method
- 1 Combine flour, yeast, and salt in a bowl.
- 2 Gradually add water and knead into a dough.
- 3 Let the dough rise for an hour.
- 4 Form small balls and fry in hot oil until golden.
- 5 Remove from oil and drain excess oil before serving.
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