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Beef Chalupa Supreme

Cultural Context

The Beef Chalupa Supreme is a beloved item from Mexican cuisine, particularly popularized by fast-food chains. Traditionally, chalupas are made with corn tortillas that are fried until crispy, then topped with various ingredients. This dish reflects the vibrant flavors and textures of Mexican cooking, combining savory beef with fresh toppings. In modern times, chalupas have gained popularity beyond Mexico, often adapted to suit local tastes and available ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound beef
Iceberg lettuce
water
onion flakes
flour
salt
paprika
chili powder
sour cream
Taco Bell Fire Sauce

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

shredded cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier, while ground pork is often cheaper

1

Chop beef into chunks and process in a food processor to make ground beef.

2

Slice Iceberg lettuce, rinse, and dry using paper towels.

3

Mix water and onion flakes and set aside.

4

Combine ground beef with flour, salt, paprika, and chili powder.

5

Heat a large pot or skillet over medium heat and add the beef mixture along with the onion mixture.

6

Brown the beef mixture in the pot and then remove it to keep warm.

7

Heat oil in a pan until about one inch deep and fry the bread for a few seconds on both sides, then drain.

8

Assemble the chalupa by adding sour cream, cheese, lettuce, and Taco Bell Fire Sauce.

Cooking Techniques

browninglayering

Equipment Needed

food processorlarge potskilletpaper towelspan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

ChalupaChalupa Supreme
Local Name: Chalupa Suprema de Res

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