Best Guacamole And Cheese Chalupas Recipes

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GUACAMOLE AND CHEESE CHALUPAS



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This is a great recipe of fried tortillas. This version is topped with tangy guacamole mixed with goat cheese. A very nice recipe to change things up a bit.

Provided by Aric Ross

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

vegetable oil, for frying
4 4 1/2 inch round corn tortillas
1 large avocado
1/4 lb firm goat cheese, grated
1/2 red onion
1 teaspoon cumin seed
3 teaspoons lemon juice
hot sauce, to taste
salt and pepper
6 tablespoons plain yogurt, to serve
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet or deep-fat fryer.
  • When hot, deep-fry the tortillas for 2 minutes until crisp and golden.
  • Alternatively, you can bake the tortillas for 20 minutes.
  • Mash together the avocado and goat cheese.
  • Add the onion, cumin seeds, lemon juice, hot sauce and seasoning.
  • Top each tortilla with the guacamole, then a little yogurt.
  • Sprinkle the cilantro on top, to garnish.

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.

CHALUPAS



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A fun Tex-Mex-type of meal and pretty simple to put together. Recipe by Sandra Lee.

Provided by Kathy D

Categories     Beef

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

MEAT:
1 lb ground beef
1 pkg (1.25 oz) taco seasoning mix
2/3 c salsa
1/4 c jalapeno juice
TORTILLAS:
1/4 c canola oil
4-6 flour tortillas (8 inch)
TOPPINGS:
shredded mexican cheese blend
shredded lettuce
chopped tomatoes
chopped ripe olives
guacamole
sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown beef. 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.
  • 2. In another large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla flat until crispy on both sides. Place tortillas on individual ovenproof plates (or cookie sheets and then transfer them later onto plates). Cover each tortilla with meat mixture, then spread cheese over top.
  • 3. Broil 6 inches from heat until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Remove plates and top cheese with shredded lettuce, tomatoes and olives. Place dollops of guacamole and sour cream in centers of chalupas. Enjoy!

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