Mexican Wagon Wheel Chips (Chicharrones De Harina)

Heat the Oil

In a small, deep pot, heat to 350°F...

• 2 cups vegetable oil

Fry

Drop a small handful at a time into the hot oil...

• 2 oz duros pasta pellets

Note: Duros (pasta para duros) look like small orange pinwheels. Look for them in the Hispanic foods aisle, in 12 oz bags or in bulk.

They puff to full size within seconds. Once all the dark orange spots are gone, lift them out and drain on paper towels.

Note: These need hot oil to puff properly, so there's no air fryer version.

Season & Serve

Season right away, while they're hot, with...

• 1/2 tsp Lawry's seasoned salt

For a more traditional take, use a sprinkle of chili powder and a squeeze of lime instead. Toss into a bowl and serve.