Sopaipillas

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal.
3. 3
   Gradually add water, stirring with fork.
4. 4
   Dough will be crumbly.
5. 5
   Turn out on a floured surface; knead until smooth and form into ball.
6. 6
   Divide in half.
7. 7
   Let dough stand 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Roll each half into 12 1/2 x 10-inch rectangle. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.
9. 9
   Do not roll or repatch!
10. 10
    Fry each in deep fryer until golden brown.