Sopapillas

Recipesfull introduces to you: Cinco de Mayo Recipes. (Sopapillas). 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.

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 7 mins

Total: 22 mins

Servings: 12

Yield: 12 servings

Sopapillas

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons shortening

¾ cup water

2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Chef John's Chicken a la King

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 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.

Step 2

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 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.

Nutritional Information

Sopapillas

Servings Per Recipe:12

Calories: 127.4

% Daily Value *

Protein: 2.2g 4%

Carbohydrates: 16.1g 5%

Dietary Fiber: 0.6g 2%

Sugars: 0.1g

Fat: 6g 9%

Saturated Fat: 1g 5%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.7mg 13%

Folate: 38.1mcg 10%

Calcium: 36.5mg 4%

Iron: 1mg 6%

Magnesium: 4.7mg 2%

Potassium: 22.4mg 1%

Sodium: 254.1mg 10%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 16%

Calories From Fat: 54

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.