Chorizo and Avocado, They're On a Boat...

No, it's not the set-up for a joke. It's what "chalupa" means in Spanish.
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Photograph by Sian Kennedy

Photograph by Sian Kennedy

Fun fact: Chalupa is the Spanish word for "boat." It refers to the shape of the fried tortilla dough that serves as the base for these appetizers. In this version, the dough is baked in mini muffin cups and filled with chorizo, avocado, and salsa.

Good cocktail party ice breaker, huh?

Get the recipe: Chalupas with Chorizo