SOPAPILLAS 
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. shortening
2/3 c. lukewarm water
Fat or Crisco for frying

Stir together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until it resembles cornmeal. Gradually add water, stirring with fork. (Dough will be crumbly.) Turn out on floured surface; knead well into a smooth ball. Divide in half; let stand for 10 minutes.

Roll each half into 12 1/2 x 10 inch rectangle. Cut into 2 inch squares. (Do not reroll or patch dough.) Fry a few at a time in deep hot fat (400 degrees) until golden. Drain on paper towel. Serve with guacamole as a dip or roll in cinnamon/sugar mixture as desired. Makes 40.

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