In a large bowl, combine the water and yeast.
Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes ( should look frothy).
Whisk in the evaporated milk, sugar, salt, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract in your the yeast mixture.
Fold in in the flour and continue mixing until well combined.
Pour the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a cloth to let rise (in a warm place) for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Punch the dough down and remove it from the bowl
Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is about ¼ – ⅓ inch thick.
Cut the dough into 1 ½ to 2" squares or rectangles with a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
Let the squares rest for 10 minutes before frying.
Working in batches to not crowd the oil (1-2 pieces at a time), fry the dough squares until puffy and golden brown.
ENJOY 🫵🏼
