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Churros

1. Line an ungreased baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add water, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, and 3 tablespoons oil. Stir until mixture reaches a boil, about 4 minutes, then remove from heat.

3. Add flour and stir until combined.

4. Scoop dough into a large piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Let dough cool until you are able to hold the bag comfortably, about 10 minutes.

5. Pipe dough into 6” lines onto prepared baking sheet.

Place sheet into freezer to set 1 hour.

‌‌6. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add remaining 4 cups oil. It should measure to a depth of about 3”. Heat until oil reaches 375°F. Line a large plate with paper towels and set aside.

7. In a medium shallow bowl, combine remaining sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

8. Carefully slide one Churro into hot oil. Flip while frying until golden brown, about 2 minutes total.

9. Remove from oil with tongs and place in bowl with sugar cinnamon mixture. Turn to coat Churro thoroughly, and transfer to lined plate to cool. Repeat with remaining Churros.

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Cantina.

Oga Garra’s Cantina is the hub of activity at Black Spire. Whether you need a drink or a job, you’ll find both here surrounded by some of the Outpost’s most interesting inhabitants.

Spaceport.

Even if you don’t fly to Black Spire Outpost, I recommend a stop at the spaceport to truly appreciate the Outpost’s bustling trade. Watch ships of all types come and go, filled with interesting crews and exotic cargoes.

Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo.

A rotating selection of chefs come from far and wide to sell culinary delights at this docking bay. A quick meal here will not soon be forgotten.

Old Outpost.

Reminders of Batuu’s ancient past lie just outside the city walls. Explore the cavernous ruins while you search for clues about a mysterious civilization long gone.

DRINKS AT OGA'S CANTINA

On each side you’ll find twenty-one drink dispensers—that’s forty-two taps in all. All of the regulars have their favorite drinks and aren’t shy about sharing their opinions.

Water, Tea, and Caf

The bar imports Kamino Rain water (still or sparkling). Looking for more flavor than that? Try the tea and caf selections. The hearty hot drink of the locals, Spiran Caf, is grown and roasted in the foothills of the mountains that stretch across Batuu. Like other varieties of caf served in diners throughout the galaxy, it will provide you a nice kick of energy. Try its richer variant, Black Spire Brew, if you prefer something sweet and cold. Imported all the way from Mandalore, Cassius Tea is made with the florets of the cassius tree and thought to be good for your health. Try the well-garnished Moogan Tea or the Tarine Tea, rumored to be a favorite of the First Order. If you prefer a sweet tea with a bit of a crunch, you’ll like the Sweet Root Tea.

Non-alcoholic Libations

Some travelers are surprised to find a cloud of smoke rolling out of the Carbon Freeze, which is far more enjoyable than actually being frozen in carbonite and comes with none of the carbon sickness afterward. Using the same locally farmed milk as the Milk Stand, the Blue Bantha served at Oga’s Cantina is topped with a special sweet snack.

The Felucian Fizz is a real crowd-pleaser on a hot day. Some say the concoction helps fight dehydration. The Blurrgfire can be found at taverns and cantinas across the galaxy, but Oga puts her own twist on this classic stand by. And if you want to sip on a regional favorite, try a Cliff Dweller, which is a deep orange color and big on flavor.

SERVICE YARD

Taking a quick stroll around the yard, visitors will notice a droid repair station. On any given day it's bustling with activity as astromechs and other such automatons wait in line for repairs or perhaps just a soothing oil bath. There is also a rather large Imperial probe droid, captured by local Batuuans many decades ago during the time of the Galactic Empire, hanging on a wall for all see.