Hojaldres – Panamanian fried bread

Ingredients

• 400 g plain flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2.2 dl water
• 2 tbsp oil for dough
• 7 dl neutral frying oil

Method

1. 1Mix flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add water and 2 tbsp oil and knead into a smooth dough.
2. 2Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3Divide into eight and stretch or roll into flat breads about 15 cm wide.
4. 4Fry one or two at a time at 175°C for 1–2 minutes per side until puffed and golden. Drain and serve hot.