Tortas de Aceite

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk together flour, 3 Tbs.
2. 2
   sugar, anise seeds, sesame seeds, orange zest, yeast, and salt together in large bowl.
3. 3
   Stir in oil and 2/3 cup water to make soft dough.
4. 4
   Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and let dough rise 1 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 425F.
6. 6
   Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. 7
   Spread remaining 1/2 cup sugar on plate.
8. 8
   Divide dough into 16 equal pieces.
9. 9
   Flatten each piece into small circle, and pull edges together toward center.
10. 10
    Pinch to form ball with taut top to press out any air bubbles, and let rest 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Roll each ball into 6-inch circle.
12. 12
    Press each circle on one side into sugar, and place sugar-side-up on baking sheet.
13. 13
    Bake 14 to 16 minutes, or until deep golden and crisp.
14. 14
    Cool on wire rack, and keep stored in airtight container.