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Homemade Taco Bell Chalupa Recipe

Enjoy the crispy, chewy texture of a Taco Bell Chalupa at home! This easy recipe delivers the perfect combination of crunch and flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: Mexican-American
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add shortening and mix until crumbly.
  3. Gradually add milk and knead into a soft dough.
  4. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll into circles.
  5. Heat oil in a pan and fry each dough circle until golden brown.
  6. In a separate pan, cook ground beef until browned.
  7. Add taco seasoning and water, then simmer until thickened.
  8. Assemble chalupas by spreading ground beef onto each fried shell.
  9. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crunch, fry the shells until deep golden brown. Serve with salsa or guacamole for added flavor.