Sopapilla Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Frying
Serving
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, 1 tsp of salt, and 2 tbs of sugar. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Add Shortening
Add 1 tbs of vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to incorporate the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Liquids
Stir in 3 tbs of warm water and 1 tbs of milk. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- 4
Knead Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth. Form it into a ball and cover it with a cloth. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
Frying
- 5
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
After the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into squares or triangles, about 3 inches in size.
- 7
Fry the Sopapillas
Carefully drop the dough pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they puff up and turn golden brown.
- 8
Drain and Cool
Remove the sopapillas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Let them cool slightly before serving.
