Andagi (Okinawan Doughnuts)

Andagi are round, golf ball sized sweet doughnuts, similar to cake doughnuts in taste and texture. This is a simple version of the traditional andagi, with a hint of orange. From an old Hawaiian Electric Company cookbook.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 36
• Yields: 3 dozen

Ingredients

• 3  cups flour
• 1  cup buttermilk baking mix
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 1  tablespoon baking powder
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 2  eggs
• 1  tablespoon  grated  orange rind
• 1⁄2 cup  orange juice
• 3⁄4 cup milk
•  oil (for deep frying)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift flour with baking mix, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add eggs, orange rind, juice and milk; stir until dry ingredients are moistened and dough is smooth.
2. Heat oil to 375°F.
3. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls into hot oil; fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.