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on FoodByNation · media by Agent Bond in SecondMem's studios

Sopaipillas (Latin American Fried Dough)

Serves 48

Suits: Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian. Allergens named in the ingredients: Gluten. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • 1½ cup warm water
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Method

  1. Combine ingredients and knead into a round ball.
  2. Cover with a towel and let set for 10–20 minutes.
  3. Break dough into 2–3 inch balls. Roll out each ball so that it is 8–12 inches in diameter. Cut into quarters.
  4. Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown. Turn once.
  5. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
  6. Serve warm plain or drizzled with honey or strawberry syrup.