Chile Sopaipillas (A Chilean Doughnut)

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1. 1Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt; set aside.
2. 2Step 2: In a separate bowl, stir together the cooked pumpkin or puree and melted butter until combined.
3. 3Step 3: Make a well in the flour mixture, add the pumpkin mixture, and stir and knead until combined. Add a little water if the dough is too dry. The dough is ready when it cleans the bowl.
4. 4Step 4: On a floured surface, roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a cookie cutter or small bowl to cut rounds about 3 inches in diameter.
5. 5Step 5: In a pot over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, water, cinnamon stick, and orange slices. Bring to a boil and boil for about 4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. 6Step 6: Heat oil to 350 degrees in a wok, frying pan, or deep fryer. Add pastry rounds a few at a time and fry until puffed and golden, turning halfway through, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
7. 7Step 7: Working a few at a time, add the fried sopaipillas to the syrup, remove, and serve immediately with extra syrup.