Bunuelos

Name: Bunuelos
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 large egg, beaten; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup warm water; 1 tsp anise seeds; 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (1 tsp cinnamon per 1/4 cup sugar), mixed

Crispy Mexican fried dough discs dusted with cinnamon sugar - a beloved holiday street food with a shatteringly thin, golden exterior. Plan ahead: dough rests 30 minutes before frying.

60 minMediumServes 12280 cal/serving

MexicanDessertStovetopVegetarianHigh FiberLow CarbHalal-friendlyNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 large egg, beaten
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup warm water
1 tsp anise seeds
4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (1 tsp cinnamon per 1/4 cup sugar), mixed

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar. Stir in 1 tsp anise seeds.
2

Add 1 beaten large egg and 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Add 1/2 cup warm water a little at a time and knead until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Divide into equal balls (about 12 for a standard batch). Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
3

On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a very thin round, about 6 to 7 inches in diameter. The rounds should be nearly translucent.
4

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat to 375°F. Fry one buñuelo at a time, pressing it gently into the hot oil with a spatula, until golden and crispy, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
5

Drain on paper towels. While still warm, dust generously with 1/2 cup mixed cinnamon sugar (1 tsp cinnamon per 1/4 cup sugar) on both sides. Serve immediately.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Bunuelos?

For Bunuelos, the frying oil is held at 375 F (about 190 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What should Bunuelos look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until golden and crispy.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Bunuelos?

The entry for Bunuelos calls for 2 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Can I make Bunuelos gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Bunuelos is 2 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Bunuelos contain eggs?

Yes: 1 large egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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