Instructions

1. 1
   Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt into a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Add the boiling water gradually to the flour, mixing constantly until you get a very thick, smooth paste.
3. 3
   Allow to stand for about an hour.
4. 4
   Heat up a deep frying pan of oil until it shimmers.
5. 5
   Using an icing bag, or a freezer bag with the corner cut out to give a hole about the size of your little finger, squeeze the paste into the pan. Use a pair of scissors to cut the sausage-shaped pieces off after about 10 cm.
6. 6
   Fry the churros until golden brown and crunchy. If the pieces are too thick and are still raw in the middle, cut them in half lengthwise and fry again.
7. 7
   Remove churros from oil, and drain on a rack or paper towels.
8. 8
   Serve dusted liberally with sugar or hot chocolate sauce (or both).