Sopapillas Recipe
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Sopapillas

By: Xenia 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (61)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
7 Min
Ready In:
22 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 12 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 127 | Total Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 2, 2004 by NEWMEXICO MAN   view full review
Very good recipe. I like to try different recipes. if you want them to puff up hold them...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2004 by KATRIDER750   view full review
Depending on your personal preference, you can roll your masa a little thicker for a softer...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 3, 2006 by IMVINTAGE   view full review
These were the best sopapillas I have ever eaten! I rolled out my first one too thin (what can...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2007 by opal~/~dragonfly (dana)   view full review
Update: I think the secret is in how hot the oil is. I have been trying and trying to get...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2005 by Kim   view full review
mmm came out pretty darn good! I've been looking for a Sopapilla recipe for a few months now....
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2006 by mommymeggy   view full review
These were tasty...like elephant ears. If you cut the rolled dough into triangles as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2003 by BABY143FOREVER   view full review
These were a breeze to make and my family LOVED them!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2007 by Aida   view full review
Very delicious and plenty of them. I read some of the reviews regarding an issue with them...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2006 by Melissa Wadley   view full review
I've been looking for a recipe that is easy to make and puffs up nicely. I found it!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2004 by Momof2   view full review
These were good. I think that they were a little bit tough, but still very good. I added a...

 

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