MEXICAN FRY BREAD (MEXICAN FRIED GORDITAS)

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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

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

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)

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, baking powder and shortening; mix until shortening is blended. Add water; mix well.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Roll dough into a ball; place into a plastic bag.
  • Separate and roll out enough dough to make six 4- to 6-inch thin, flat rounds.
  • In a cast iron skillet, heat oil to 375 degrees F.
  • Place rounds in oil; cook each side 20 to 30 seconds or until light golden brown.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove rounds from skillet; drain on paper towel.
  • Fill with prepared fillings as desired.

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