Fried Beer wins Big Tex Choice culinary award

Deep fried beer bites, which were revealed last week, have won an annual food award at the State Fair of Texas.

The ravioli-like pockets of pretzel dough containing beer were devised by chef Mark Zable who spent three years perfecting them.

Now the recipe - which is strictly for those aged over 21 - has been named "Most creative" at the Big Tex Choice Awards for fried foods.

However, the overall "Best taste" award went to a 'Fried Frito Pie' which consists of chili and cheddar cheese encased in chips and then battered and fried. It's probably best served with fried beer.