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Homemade Chalupa

Homemade Chalupa

This Homemade Chalupa recipe is easy to follow and delivers authentic Mexican flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 15 chalupas
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • frying pan

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1.25 cups full-fat milk
  • Oil for frying

Filling Ingredients

  • 2 cups black beans
  • 2 cups chopped lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 0.75 cup sour cream
  • 0.75 cup queso sauce
  • 0.75 cup cheese (e.g., pepper jack)

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and melted butter until well mixed. Gradually add milk until a soft dough forms; knead gently until smooth.
  • Cover the dough and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Divide into 15 equal balls and roll each into a circle about 5 inches wide. Prick with a fork.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry each shell for about two minutes, flipping halfway until golden brown.
  • Once drained on paper towels, fill each shell with black beans, sour cream, queso sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chalupa (100g)Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chalupa Recipe, Easy Chalupa, Fried Chalupa, Homemade Chalupa, Mexican Food, Taco
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