Directions :
1 . Whisk together the flour , the powdered sugar , salt and the baking powder in a medium bowl .
2 . In a small bowl , whisk together the eggs , almond flavoring , and lemon zest . Add the liquid ingredients to the dry mixture and stir briefly . Add the softened butter and work it into the dough with your fingers until well mixed ( dough will be stiff ).
3 . Add the 1 tablespoon of pisco at a time , kneading the dough after each tablespoon , until you have smooth , pliable dough . It should not be too crumbly . 4 . Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 15 minutes . 5 . Preheat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot with deep sides to 350 degrees . 6 . On a lightly floured smooth surface , roll out half of the dough about 1 / 4 inches thick . Cut strips of dough into rectangles , approximately 2 inches wide by 4 inches long ( a pizza cutter works well for this ). 7 . Make a one inch long slit in the middle of each rectangle , and pull one end of the rectangle through the slit , creating a sort of bowtie / knot shape ( or torn underwear ). Roll out the remaining dough , cut it and shape it . 8 . Fry the shaped dough in the oil , working in batches as needed , until they are golden brown on both sides , turning them at least once . Carefully , remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels . Sprinkle them with powdered sugar while they are still warm . 9 . Put them on your table and just enjoy them !
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