Description
This homemade Taco Bell-style chalupa features crispy fried flatbread filled with seasoned meat, fresh toppings, and creamy sauces for a satisfying fast-food favorite made at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add olive oil and milk, then knead until a soft dough forms.
- Divide dough into small balls and roll each into a thin oval shape.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry each dough piece until golden and puffed. Drain on paper towels.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add taco seasoning and water, then simmer until thickened.
- Gently fold fried bread into a taco shape while still warm.
- Fill each chalupa with seasoned beef, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream.
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, add salsa or hot sauce.
- Store components separately and assemble fresh for best texture.
- Try baking instead of frying for a lower-fat version, though texture will differ.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chalupa
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
