Fresh Tortillas Or Sopaipillas Recipe
Enjoy our freshly made tortillas or delightful sopaipillas, perfect for dipping or savoring on their own.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Incorporate Fat
Add the lard or shortening to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- 6
Roll Out Tortillas or Shape Sopaipillas
Divide the dough into small balls. For tortillas, roll each ball into thin circles. For sopaipillas, roll out and cut into squares.
- 7
Cook the Tortillas/Sopaipillas
For tortillas, cook on a hot, dry skillet for about 1 minute on each side until lightly golden. For sopaipillas, deep fry in hot oil until they puff up and are golden brown.
- 8
Serve
Serve warm with your favorite toppings or fillings.
