
Complexity: Medium
Ingredients:
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tbsp shortening
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water
- Oil for frying
Directions:
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Place all dry ingredients in a bowl. Rub shortening into the dry ingredients.
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Add warm water and mix to form soft dough. It may be necessary to add a little more water. Knead for a few minutes to and shape into a smooth ball.
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Cover with a damp cloth and let dough rise for approximately 1 hour.
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Punch down dough and knead again for a few minutes. Form into balls and let rise again.
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Flatten with rolling pin and fry in hot oil. Drain on absorbent paper.
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Serve with your choice of filling.