Spanish Tortas De Aceite Recipe

Name: Spanish Tortas De Aceite
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons natural cane sugar; 1 tablespoon anise seed; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated; 1 teaspoon instant yeast; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2/3 cup water; 1/2 cup natural cane sugar

Servings: persons

1
Whisk together flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, anise seeds, sesame seeds, orange zest, yeast, and salt together in large bowl.
2
Stir in oil and 2/3 cup water to make soft dough. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and let dough rise 1 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
3
Preheat oven to 425u00b0F Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Spread remaining 1/2 cup sugar on plate.
4
Divide dough into 16 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into small circle, and pull edges together toward center. Pinch to form ball with taut top to press out any air bubbles, and let rest 5 minutes.
5
Roll each ball into 6-inch circle. Press each circle on one side into sugar, and place sugar-side-up on baking sheet.
6
Bake 14-16 minutes, or until deep golden and crisp. Cool on wire rack, and keep stored in airtight container.

917

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons natural cane sugar, 1 tablespoon anise seed, 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Spanish Tortas De Aceite falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spanish Tortas De Aceite

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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