In a medium-large skillet, add oil, onions, garlic, thyme, paprika and sauté, for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent any burns. Followed by tomatoes continue cooking for about 3 minutes then add, hot pepper, white pepper, mix until ingredients have been thoroughly combined. Cook for about 5 minutes or more. Add water as needed

Finally throw in salt fish, cook for 5 minutes or more -adjust the seasoning, to taste. Remove from the heat and let it cool. You may prepare this a day in advance.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; add shortening or butter, and, using your fingers.

Gently stir in water into dry ingredients until all is moistened and holds together (like a ball).

Place on a floured board and knead for about a minute. Let it rest for about 15-20mins

You may divide dough into about 10-12 pieces and roughly shape into ball.

When ready Flatten each ball to ½ inch thick, place on cookie sheet

Turn dough on a floured surface,

Roll out dough in to 1 inch thick, cut into desired shapes or use 3 inch or larger cookie cutter to cut dough.

In a large, sauce pan pour vegetable oil, until it is at least 3 inches (or about 5 centimeters) high, place on medium heat until oil is 350 degrees.

Fry until golden brown about 3-5 minutes depending on size. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper napkin. Let it cool

Split in half and fill with salt fish. Serve warm

Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned

Remove and serve warm.