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Churros

By Hector Rodriguez, About.com

 Churros - Spanish Doughnuts Photo © 2007 Hector Rodriguez

Churros - Spanish Doughnuts

Photo © 2007 Hector Rodriguez
Definition: A churro is a fried-dough snack which originated in Spain, and is popular in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands. It is sometimes referred to as a Spanish doughnut.
Also Known As: Spanish doughnut

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