Sopaipilla Burgers - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 c. plus 2 Tbsp. shortening
4 c. self-rising flour
1 1/4 c. warm water
Ground Beef Filling (recipe follows)
4 c. loosely packed shredded lettuce

Preparation

In large bowl, cut 2 tablespoons shortening into flour until mixture resembles corn meal.
Gradually stir in water until crumbly dough forms.
Press dough together with hands.
Knead about 5 minutes on lightly floured surface.
Cover; let rest 5 minutes.
Prepare Ground Beef Filling; keep warm.
Cut dough in 12 equal pieces; shape each into a ball.
Flatten and roll each into 9-inch circles.
In deep fat fryer, heat remaining 5 cups shortening to 370\u00b0.
Cook one at a time, turning once, until golden.