Sopapillas 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 the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add the vegetable oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Mix with your hands or a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth 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-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
Divide the rested dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each ball out on a floured surface into circles about 1/4 inch thick.
- 7
Fry the Sopapillas
Carefully place the rolled-out dough into the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they puff up and turn golden brown.
- 8
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the sopapillas from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
