Mexican Fry Bread (Mexican Fried Gorditas) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a Mexican Chef's recipe that is a quick and fabulous alternative for purchased tortillas or shells. Well worth the effort Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder |
4 tablespoons vegetable shortening |
2/3 cup water or 2/3 cup milk |
1/4 cup oil (for frying) |
Directions:
1. Combine flour, salt, baking powder and shortening; mix until shortening is blended. Add water; mix well.
2. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth, about 2 minutes.
3. Roll dough into a ball; place into a plastic bag.
4. Separate and roll out enough dough to make six 4- to 6-inch thin, flat rounds.
5. In a cast iron skillet, heat oil to 375 degrees F.
6. Place rounds in oil; cook each side 20 to 30 seconds or until light golden brown.
7. Use a slotted spoon to remove rounds from skillet; drain on paper towel.
8. Fill with prepared fillings as desired.
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