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Sopapillas

SUBMITTED BY: Xenia PHOTO BY: opal~/~dragonfly

"This is a flat bread that is easy to prepare, and is usually served with something sweet to put on top. Honey or cinnamon sugar. I prefer it with honey butter. Sometimes it can be served with guacamole or bean dips in place of traditional tortillas."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 34 stars. This recipe average a 4.5 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  7 Min
READY IN  22 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Using hands, mix in water to make a smooth dough. Knead lightly on a floured surface. Cut dough into 12 pieces, and shape into round balls. Cover, and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into thin circles. Cut each circle into triangles. Fry in hot oil, until golden brown, turning when dough puffs. Remove, and drain well on paper towels.

FOOTNOTES

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 2, 2004 by NEWMEXICO MAN
Very good recipe. I like to try different recipes. if you want them to puff up hold them under... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2003 by BABY143FOREVER
These were a breeze to make and my family LOVED them! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2007 by opal~/~dragonfly
Update: I think the secret is in how hot the oil is. I have been trying and trying to get... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2004 by KATRIDER750
Depending on your personal preference, you can roll your masa a little thicker for a softer... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2006 by Melissa Wadley
I've been looking for a recipe that is easy to make and puffs up nicely. I found it! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2006 by mommymeggy
These were tasty...like elephant ears. If you cut the rolled dough into triangles as... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2005 by Kim
mmm came out pretty darn good! I've been looking for a Sopapilla recipe for a few months now.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 3, 2006 by IMVINTAGE
These were the best sopapillas I have ever eaten! I rolled out my first one too thin (what can... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2007 by Aida
Very delicious and plenty of them. I read some of the reviews regarding an issue with them... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2004 by TchrJrHi
These were good. I think that they were a little bit tough, but still very good. I added a... MORE