Mexican Fry Bread Mexican Fried Gorditas

This is a mexican chef's recipe that is a quick and fabulous alternative for purchased tortillas or shells. well worth the effort

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.

all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, vegetable shortening, water, oil