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Sopapillas

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons shortening
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 (maybe 2) teaspoon salt (may need to increase salt, was a bit bland)
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • 2 quarts oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Stir together flour, shortening, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in water; mix until dough is smooth. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. Roll dough out on a floured board until 1/8- to 1/4-inch thick. Cut into 3-inch squares.
  4. Fry dough squares in the preheated oil until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.