Real Sopapillas

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup warm water
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Honey, for drizzling

Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Stir in the warm water until a soft dough forms. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.
3. On a floured surface, roll the dough out to a 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares.
4. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Carefully add the sopapillas, a few at a time, and fry until golden and puffy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
5. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the sopapillas with the sugar mixture and drizzle with honey. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Sopapillas are a traditional Mexican dish that originated in the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico.
• Sopapillas can be served as a dessert or as a savory dish with various fillings.
• The name “sopapilla” comes from the Spanish words “sopa” (soup) and “pilla” (pillow), which is a reference to their pillow-like shape.