Colombian Hojuelas or Hojaldras Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
• 1 tablespoon softened butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar (plus more for garnish)
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the flour and sugar in a medium bowl and using an electric hand mixer, mix well. Add the butter and continue mixing at low speed for about 20 seconds.

2. 2

   Add the orange zest and start adding the orange juice. Keep mixing at low speed while you are adding the juice.

3. 3

   Once the mixture has pulled together, mix at a slightly higher speed to fully incorporate the ingredients.

4. 4

   Roll the dough into ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Sprinkle some flour onto your work surface and roll the dough to 1/4-inch thick. Cut into 1 x 3 1/2 inches strips. Add more flour to the work surface if necessary and again roll each strip to about 1/8 inch thick.

6. 6

   Place a heavy pot over medium heat and fill it about one-third of the way with vegetable oil. Heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 340°F.

7. 7

   Add the pieces and fry until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon transfer to a plate lined with paper towel. Sprinkle with sugar and serve warm.