Taco Bell Chalupa copycat

Step 1

To make Indian Fry Bread Mix dry ingredients together.

Step 2

Cut in shortening; then add milk.

Step 3

Shape dough into a long cylinder; cut into 8 equal parts.

Step 4

Flour hands, then work the pieces into 6" tortillas.

Step 5

Fry in oil until golden brown.

Step 6

To Make filling Mix dried onion with water in a small bowl and let stand for five minutes.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Mix well.

Step 9

Add onions and water.

Step 10

Mix again.

Step 11

In a skillet, cook beef mixture until browned.

Step 12

Stir often while cooking so no large chunks form; it should be more like a paste.

Step 13

Remove from heat and keep warm.

Step 14

Build Chalupas starting with meat, then sour cream, lettuce cheese, and tomatoes in that order.

Step 15

Top with hot sauce or salsa if desired.