Chalupa - Crunchy Tortilla (Mexico)
Chalupa is a thin, crunchy tortilla that resembles a canoe or a cup. The shape is obtained by compressing and baking masa dough, which is then filled with a multitude of savory ingredients such as braised pork, ground beef, minced chicken, various cheeses, potatoes, and red or green chili sauce.
The dish is also popular in the United States, but the American version looks more like a taco than a boat. Although the first written record of chalupa dates back to 1895 in Mexico, the dish is believed to have originated in pre-colonial times.
Today, there are other types of dishes, such as sop and garnacha, that are similar to chalupa but milder. The dish is usually served hot, as a starter or main course, and when served at parties it is traditionally cut and served with coffee.
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