Chilean sopaipillas are a delicious fried bread made from pumpkin, enjoyed throughout every corner of Chile.
Chilean sopaipillas are exquisite fried cakes made with pumpkin dough, with a touch of anise and sugar, served hot and fluffy, accompanied by pebre and chancaca during the chilly winter days.
They are a popular dish in Chile, both at traditional celebrations and in everyday life. They symbolize generosity and hospitality, as it is common to share them with family and friends.
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Chilean Sopaipillas
Ingredients
250 grams of Cooked and mashed pumpkin
3 tablespoons of Butter
½ teaspoon of Sugar
2 cups of White flour
½ cup of Milk
1 liter of Oil for frying
Preparation
Step 1 : Create a volcano shape with the flour, leaving a hollow in the middle, then pour in the melted butter along with the milk, pumpkin, and salt into the center.
Step 2 : Begin kneading to form a dough and knead until it becomes a bread-like consistency.
Step 3 : After kneading, let it rest for 5 minutes. Flour the surface and begin rolling out the dough with a rolling pin, aiming for an approximate thickness of 5mm.
Step 4 : Proceed to cut out circles about 10 cm in diameter or make smaller ones according to your preference.
Step 5 : In a pot, add the oil over high heat.
Step 6 : Pierce the sopaipillas with a fork to prevent them from puffing up. Then fry them one by one and place on non-stick paper to drain.
Step 7 : These sopaipillas can serve as a bread substitute for many traditional Chilean dishes, such as chicken pebre or delicious soups.
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