Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Cut in the vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in warm water until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll out each ball into a circle.
- Fry each circle in hot oil until golden brown and puffy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with taco seasoning until fully cooked.
- Assemble the chalupas by placing beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa on the fried shells.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding jalapeños to the toppings.
- Let the dough rest for a few minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chalupa
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams