Golden Sopapillas Puffy Pockets (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 ½ tablespoons shortening
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½ cup warm water
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3 cups vegetable oil for frying
→ Garnish (Optional)
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Powdered sugar
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Honey
# Instructions:
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Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
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Use a pastry blender or fork to cut in the shortening until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
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Slowly stir in the warm water until a dough forms.
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Knead in the bowl for 2 to 3 minutes until the dough is smooth. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
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Place the dough in a clean bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Rest the dough for 15 minutes.
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Add the oil to a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, about 2 inches deep. Heat the oil to 350°F to 360°F.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a rectangle, 9 x 12 inches. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into 12 squares or rectangles.
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Fry the dough in batches, being careful not to crowd the skillet or Dutch oven. Fry each sopapilla for 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar and drizzle with honey if desired.
# Notes:
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Sopapillas are best enjoyed fresh as they lose their crispiness when stored. Reheat leftovers in a preheated oven at 350°F until warmed through.