The sopapilla is a Tex-Mex tradition that consists of a leavened dough that is rolled flat, cut into various shapes and deep-fried, whereupon they puff and form a crisp crust, with a hollow interior.  It’s a very versatile pastry which can serve as either an entrée or as dessert!  For dessert sopapillas, sprinkle them with sugar and cinnamon or pour some honey into the hollow centers as soon as they’re fried; to use them as an entrée make a slit in one end and fill them with a mixture like taco meat and refried beans.  Top them with chili and shredded cheddar cheese.  And remember that you’re eating the official Texas State Pastry (tied with Streudel) since 2003!

Size:17 oz (482g)

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