Corned Beef & Fried Dumplings

Step 1: In a pan, heat cooking oil and add chopped onion, bell peppers, garlic, scotch bonnet, and scallion. Sauté until softened.
Step 2: Add corned beef and thyme sprigs to the pan, and mix well. Season with black pepper and optional all-purpose seasoning. If needed, add a little water to create sauce.
Step 3: For the fried dumplings, mix flour, baking powder, salt, cornmeal, and sugar in a bowl.
Step 4: Add softened butter and mix until crumbly. Gradually add milk and water to form a dough.
Step 5: Divide dough into small balls and flatten them slightly.
Step 6: Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the dumplings until golden brown on both sides.
Step 7: Serve corned beef with fried dumplings.