Chalupa
(Redirected from Chulupa)
Chalupa is a term that originates from Spanish and is used to describe a type of food dish that is popular in Mexican cuisine. The term "chalupa" itself is derived from the Spanish word for "small boat", which is a reference to the boat-like shape of the dish.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The word "chalupa" is derived from the Spanish word "chalupas", which means "small boats". This is a reference to the boat-like shape of the dish. The term was first used in this context in Mexico, where the dish is a popular part of the local cuisine.
Description[edit | edit source]
A Chalupa is a type of taco that is typically made by pressing a thin layer of masa dough around the outside of a small mold, then deep frying the result to produce a crisp, shallow corn cup. This can then be filled with various ingredients such as shredded chicken, pork, chopped onion, chipotle pepper, red salsa, and topped with cheese.
Variations[edit | edit source]
There are many variations of the chalupa, both within Mexico and in other countries. In the United States, for example, the fast food chain Taco Bell has popularized a version of the chalupa that is significantly different from the traditional Mexican dish. The Taco Bell chalupa is a deep-fried flatbread filled with meat, cheese, lettuce, and tomato, and it is typically larger and thicker than a traditional Mexican chalupa.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
Chalupa Resources | ||
---|---|---|
|
|
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD