Sopapilla Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Frying
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add the vegetable oil and water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- 4
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches about 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the rested dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares or diamonds, approximately 2-3 inches wide.
- 7
Fry the Sopapillas
Carefully place the cut dough into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and puffed.
- 8
Drain and Cool
Remove the fried sopapillas with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.