1

In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and shortening. Add pumpkin, vinegar and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to pumpkin mixture alternately with soda.

2

In an electric skillet or deep fat fryer, heat oil to 375°F. Drop teaspoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry for 1 minute on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; roll in sugar while warm.