Sopaillas
1 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1½ | teaspoon | Baking powder |
| ¼ | teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 | tablespoon | Shortening |
| ⅓ | cup | Warm water |
| Cooking oil for deep-fat | ||
| Frying | ||
| Honey, optional | ||
| Confectioners' sugar, | ||
| Optional | ||
Directions
In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening unlil mixture resembles fine crumbs. Gradually add water, stirring with a fork. The dough will be crumbly. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for 3 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll out into a l2-in. x 10-in, rectangle. Cut into 12 squares. In a deep-fat fryer, heat 2 in. of oil to 375 deg.. Fry sopaipillas for 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; keep hot in a warm oven. Serve with honey or dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings
Recipe By : Taste of Home