Sope

Sope‏‎ is a traditional Mexican dish originating from the central and southern parts of Mexico. The dish is also known as picadita (in Veracruz, Mexico) and peluda (in Puebla, Mexico). It is a type of antojito (a term for Mexican street food) and is similar to a tostada.

Description

A sope‏‎ is a small, round, thick tortilla made from maize (also known as corn). The tortilla is pinched around the edges to form a small rim, which holds the toppings. The base is typically fried or baked before the toppings are added.

Toppings

The toppings for a sope‏‎ can vary widely, but they typically include refried beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and sour cream. Some versions may also include meat, such as chicken, beef, or pork. The toppings are usually layered in a specific order, with the beans going on first, followed by the meat, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and sour cream.

Variations

There are many regional variations of the sope‏‎ throughout Mexico. For example, in Oaxaca, sopes are often topped with black beans and a type of shredded chicken called tinga. In the Yucatan, a similar dish called salbutes is made with a fried tortilla, topped with shredded turkey or chicken, pickled red onion, avocado, and pickled jalapeño pepper.

Serving

Sopes are typically served as a snack or appetizer, but they can also be served as a main dish. They are often accompanied by a side of guacamole or pico de gallo.

See also

• Mexican cuisine
• Taco
• Tostada
• Chalupa
• Gordita