Hopia


Hopia

 Hopia is a beloved Filipino pastry, often enjoyed as a snack or "merienda".  It's known for its flaky, thin pastry crust and its variety of sweet and savory fillings.

 

Traditional Fillings:

 

- Mung Bean Paste (Munggo): This is the most classic filling, creating a sweet and slightly earthy flavor.

- Ube (Purple Yam): This filling offers a vibrant purple color and a sweet, slightly earthy flavor.

- Sweet Azuki Bean Paste (Hopiang Hapon): This filling is often used in a cake-dough style pastry and is known for its sweet and slightly earthy flavor.

 

Other Popular Fillings:

 

- Hopiang Baboy: This savory hopia is filled with a breadcrumb paste, candied pork fat, and green onions.

- Cheese:  Some hopia variations feature a melty cheese filling.

- Fruit Jam:  Sweet fruit jams are also used as hopia fillings.

 

Hopia's History and Origins:

 

Hopia originated with Fujian immigrants who settled in the Philippines.  It was first popularized during the American occupation of the Philippines.

 

Making Hopia:

 

Hopia is made with a thin, flaky pastry dough that's often layered for extra crispness.  The filling is placed in the center of the dough, and the edges are pinched together to seal.  The hopia is then baked until golden brown.

 

Hopia is a versatile and delicious pastry that's a popular snack in the Philippines.  Its flaky crust and variety of fillings make it a satisfying treat for any occasion.

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