Ojaldas

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Crispy and fluffy Ojaldas for a quick snack or breakfast

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup flour
	2 eggs , well beaten
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

10g

Ojaldas is a popular pastry in Spanish and Latin American cuisine. They are a quick and easy snack or breakfast option that can be enjoyed plain or with toppings. The pastry is made from flour, eggs, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Ojaldas are generally fried in oil to give them a crispy texture on the outside and a fluffy texture on the inside. They can be served at any time of the day and are a convenient snack to carry on the go.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, add flour and salt and mix until combined.
2.	Add beaten eggs to the mixing bowl and mix until it forms a non-sticky dough.
3.	On a floured surface, knead the dough for 5 minutes.
4.	Divide the dough into small balls and roll out each ball into a thin sheet.
5.	Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
6.	Fry each sheet until golden brown on both sides.
7.	Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

PROS

Ojaldas are a quick and easy pastry to make for breakfast, snack or dessert.
They are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

They can be served plain or with jam, cheese, or ham to suit your taste.

CONS

Ojaldas are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It takes a bit of practice to get the perfect dough consistency for Ojaldas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ojaldas do not have any particular health benefits. However, they provide a quick source of energy for the body due to their flour and egg content.
They are not suitable for people with gluten allergies as they contain flour.