Sopapillas

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If oil is the right temperature, sopapillas will puff up. We like to make with chili or stew. You can also shake them in a bag with cinnamon/sugar and make something that tastes like a churro.

by Sharlene~W·published 2002-01-17

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Breads

Servings

(18–24)

Total time

33 min

prep 30 min

Calories / serving

63 kcal

Ingredients (6)

serves

2 cups flourflour
2 teaspoons baking powderbaking-powder
1/2 teaspoon saltsalt
2 tablespoons shorteningshortening
3/4 cup waterwater
oil (for frying)oil

Instructions (12 steps)

01Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
02Cut shortening in until mixture is a rough texture.
03Gradually add warm water.
04Mix to form dough.
05Knead until smooth.
06Cover and let stand for 20 minutes (this will make it easier to roll out).
07Start oil heating (desired temp is 375° - 400°).
08

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