Real Sopapillas Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup warm water
• as needed vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

2. 2

   Add the vegetable oil and warm water, and mix until the dough comes together.

3. 3

   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into squares or triangles.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   Fry the dough pieces until golden brown and puffed, about 1-2 minutes per side.

7. 7

   Remove sopapillas from oil and drain on paper towels.