Best 7 Chalupa Grande Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of "chalupa grande," a Mexican dish that promises an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite. This hearty dish, featuring a crispy tortilla shell filled with an array of savory ingredients, is a true testament to the richness and diversity of Mexican cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a beginner eager to try something new, this article will guide you through the steps of creating an unforgettable "chalupa grande" that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHALUPA GRANDE



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Mother made this dish for field lunches during cotton harvest. She's a great cook, and I give her lots of credit for my kitchen know-how. My husband, Jeff, and I have a 1-1/2-year-old daughter. I plan to pass Mom's recipes on to her.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried pinto beans
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)
7 cups water
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
Corn chips
Shredded cheddar cheese
Diced avocado
Diced tomatoes
Chopped green onions
Salsa

Steps:

  • Place first 10 ingredients in a large kettle. (Beans do not need to be soaked.) Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 3 hours or until beans and roast are tender. Remove roast; cool slightly. Remove meat from bones; shred with a fork. Return meat to kettle. Cook, uncovered, until thick, about 30 minutes. Serve over corn chips. Pass remaining ingredients as toppings.

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LAS CHALUPAS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 package taco seasoning
2/3 cup salsa
1/4 cup jalapeno juice
1/4 cup canola oil
4 to 6 flour tortillas
4-cheese Mexican blend
Shredded lettuce
Chopped tomatoes
Chopped olives (from a can)
Store bought guacamole
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, brown meat. Add taco seasoning, salsa, and jalapeno juice. Add a little water if mixture is too dry. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In another skillet, heat Canola over medium-high heat. Fry flour tortilla shells flat until crispy on both sides. Place tortillas on a flat plate. Cover in meat, then cover meat with cheese, and melt cheese under broiler, about 2 minutes. Remove plate and cover cheese with shredded lettuce, then tomatoes, and olives. Place dollops of guacamole and sour cream in center.

SLOW-COOKER CHALUPA DINNER BOWL



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This fall enjoy these dinner bowls filled with slow cooked beans and pork. A Mexican meal made using Progresso® chicken broth, Old El Paso® chiles and taco shells.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bag (16 oz) dried pinto beans (2 cups), sorted, rinsed
1 bone-in pork loin roast (3 1/2 lb)
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, lime juice and cilantro
1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 box (6.5 oz) Old El Paso™ taco salad shells (8 shells), heated as directed on box

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place beans; top with pork roast. Add green chiles, garlic, chili powder, salt, oregano and cumin. Pour broth evenly over top of pork.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 6 hours. Remove pork from slow cooker to large plate; remove bones and fat. Pull pork into large pieces with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Stir in tomatoes. Cook uncovered 1 hour or until liquid is slightly thickened.
  • To serve, divide shredded lettuce among heated taco salad shells. Using slotted spoon, spoon about 1 cup pork and bean mixture over lettuce in each shell.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690, Carbohydrate 69 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 15 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1370 mg

CHALUPAS



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This chalupa recipe is such a refreshing change of pace from traditional chili. It's also fun to serve to guests. Nearly everyone who's sampled it has requested the recipe. -Ginny Becker, Torrington, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup dried pinto beans
3-1/2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (1-1/2 pounds)
1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips
1/4 cup sliced green onions
Shredded lettuce
Shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh tomatoes
Salsa

Steps:

  • Place beans and enough water to cover in a 3-qt. saucepan. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; let stand for 1 hour. Drain beans and discard liquid. , In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the 3-1/2 cups water, onion, chilies, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin and oregano. Add roast and beans. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours. Reduce heat to low and cook 6 hours longer or until pork is very tender. , Remove roast and shred with a fork. Drain beans, reserving cooking liquid in a saucepan. Combine beans and meat; set aside. Skim and discard fat from cooking liquid; bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until reduced to 1-1/2 cups. Add meat and bean mixture; heat through. , To serve, spoon meat mixture over corn chips; top with green onions, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

PORK CHALUPAS



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A simple slow cooker meal! Great for small gatherings because it makes a ton. Freezes well too for quick meals later.

Provided by Stefani Ferguson

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 9h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (4 pound) pork shoulder roast
1 pound dried pinto beans
3 (4 ounce) cans diced green chile peppers
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons garlic powder
16 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place the roast inside a slow cooker coated with cooking spray. In a separate bowl, stir together the beans, 2 cans of the chile peppers, chili powder, cumin, salt, oregano, and garlic powder. Pour the whole mixture over the roast, and add enough water so that the roast is mostly covered. Jiggle the roast a little to get some of the liquid underneath.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours. Check after about 5 hours to make sure the beans have not absorbed all of the liquid. Add more water if necessary 1 cup at a time. Use just enough to keep the beans from drying out.
  • When the roast is fork-tender, remove it from the slow cooker, and place on a cutting board. Remove any bone and fat, then shred with forks. Return to the slow cooker, and stir in the remaining can of green chilies. Heat through, and serve with flour tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.8 g, Cholesterol 45.2 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1622.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

TACO BELL CHALUPA COPYCAT



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Make and share this Taco Bell Chalupa copycat recipe from Food.com.

Provided by paulamatt

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
1 cup milk
oil (for deep frying)
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1/2 cup water
oil, for deep-frying
sour cream
shredded lettuce
shredded cheddar cheese or monterey jack cheese
diced tomato

Steps:

  • To make Indian Fry Bread Mix dry ingredients together.
  • Cut in shortening; then add milk.
  • Shape dough into a long cylinder; cut into 8 equal parts.
  • Flour hands, then work the pieces into 6" tortillas.
  • Fry in oil until golden brown.
  • To Make filling Mix dried onion with water in a small bowl and let stand for five minutes.
  • Combine ground beef, flour, chili powder, paprika, and salt.
  • Mix well.
  • Add onions and water.
  • Mix again.
  • In a skillet, cook beef mixture until browned.
  • Stir often while cooking so no large chunks form; it should be more like a paste.
  • Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • Build Chalupas starting with meat, then sour cream, lettuce cheese, and tomatoes in that order.
  • Top with hot sauce or salsa if desired.

TEXAS-STYLE CHALUPAS (TOSTADAS)



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Beans, spiced-up hamburger meat, and lots of cheese. My kids love these, it's like eating a giant nacho. So easy!

Provided by Goodie

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 pound ground beef
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (12 ounce) package tostada shells
1 (1 pound) package Mexican-style shredded four-cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Spoon refried beans into a small microwave-safe bowl and stir in 2 tablespoons water. Microwave on high until hot and spreadable, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir salsa into beef and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spread tostada shells onto a baking sheet. Spoon 2 tablespoons of refried beans onto middle of each tostada and spread outward. Cover with cooked beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 916.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Great Chalupas Recipes: Cooking Delights with a Twist

Summary
  • Culinary Exploration: Embracing the Fusion of Flavors
    Chalupa adventures await as we dive into a delectable world of culinary delights. These distinctive flatbreads serve as canvases for a symphony of flavors, inviting us to explore the harmonious blending of traditional and modern ingredients. From the zest of zesty tomatillo salsa to the smoky warmth of roasted poblano peppers, each recipe paints a vibrant tapestry of taste sensations.
  • Crafting the Foundation: A Symphony of Doughy Goodness
    The foundation of our culinary journey lies in the expert crafting of the chalupa itself. We embark on a culinary expedition, tracing the culinary footsteps of seasoned chefs, discovering the nuances of creating the perfect chalupa. With careful attention to detail, guiding us through the process of crafting soft, pliable flatbreads, we learn to embrace the alchemy of culinary artistry.
  • Adorned with Culinary Masterpieces: Unveiling the Treasures of Toppings
    A blank canvas becomes a culinary masterpiece as we explore the vast array of toppings that adorn our chalupas. Beef barbacoa, with its rich, succulent flavors, takes center stage, while the tangy crunch of radishes and the vibrant freshness of cilantro add textural and taste sensations. We discover the harmonious dance of flavors as creamy avocado and tangy cotija cheese intermingle, creating a symphony of tastes.
  • Sauces to Elevate the Culinary Canvas: A Symphony of Flavors
    Sauces emerge as the conductors of taste, orchestrating a harmonious symphony of flavors. The zesty tomatillo salsa, with its vibrant green hue, awakens taste buds with its lively, tangy taste. Roasted poblano peppers lend a smoky warmth to the party, while creamy avocado salsa offers a rich, velvety texture to the culinary masterpiece. Each spoonful adds a new dimension to the chalupa, leaving taste buds craving more.
  • Harmonizing Ingredients: A Culinary Symphony Awaits
    The true artistry lies in weaving together the various elements—the chalupa, toppings, and sauces—into a culinary symphony. We discover the importance of balancing flavors, textures, and colors, creating a masterpiece that is both pleasing to the eyes and the palate. Each component, in its harmonious dance, contributes to the overall symphony of tastes and textures, taking the chalupa experience to new heights.

Conclusion: A Culinary Journey of Delights

  • Gastronomic Symphony: A Culinary Masterpieces
    With culinary knowledge in hand, embark on a gastronomic symphony, creating delectable chalupas that evoke symphony of flavors. Unleash your culinary artistry, experimenting with contrasting textures, vibrant colors, and piquant flavors. Craft a culinary masterpiece that captivates taste buds and leaves your loved ones craving more.
  • Embrace the Culinary Legacy: Honoring the Tradition of Chalupas
    As we embark on this culinary journey, let us honor the rich tradition and history of chalupas. This dish, rooted in the culinary tapestry of Mexico and Southwestern United States, holds a special place in the heart of food enthusiasts. With each chalupa we create, we pay tribute to the cultural and culinary history that has given birth to this delectable masterpiece.
  • Savor the Culinary Journey: A Celebration of Flavors
    Savor each chalupa as a culinary journey, a moment to appreciate the symphony of flavors and textures. Indulge in the symphony of tastes as the soft flatbreads, succulent toppings, and vibrant sauces meld together, leaving a trail of culinary delights. Embrace the culinary journey, savoring each chalupa as a gift from the kitchens of Mexico and the Southwestern United States.

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