Golden and crispy on the outside, pillowy soft inside, perfect for sweet or savory toppings.
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Calories: 210kcal
Equipment
- large bowl
- Skillet or deep fryer
- Rolling Pin
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2-3 tbsp Vegetable oil or melted shortening
- 2-3 cups Vegetable oil or shortening for deep frying
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add oil/shortening and mix until coarse crumbs form.
- Gradually add warm water, forming a soft dough.
- Knead gently for 2-3 minutes. Divide into balls, cover, rest 10-15 minutes.
- Roll each ball into a ¼-inch thick circle.
- Heat oil to 350°F–375°F. Test with a small dough piece.
- Fry each dough circle 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with toppings.
Notes
Maintain proper oil temperature for best results. Dough can be baked for a lighter version.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 6mg