Description
Copycat Taco Bell Chalupa Supreme offers a step‑by‑step guide to making crispy fried chalupa shells filled with seasoned smoked beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, melted cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, this easy recipe captures the fast‑food flavor at home and includes tips, variations, and storage advice for lasting enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup cooked and seasoned smoked beef
- shredded
- 1 cup lettuce
- shredded
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Instructions
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add water to form dough. Knead until smooth and rest 15 minutes.
- Divide dough, roll into 4‑5 inch discs.
- Heat oil to 350°F.
- Fry each disc 2‑3 minutes per side until golden; drain on paper towels.
- Assemble with smoked beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispness keep oil temperature steady. Resting the dough is essential for tenderness. Prepare smoked beef ahead for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chalupa
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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