Texas Tortilla Oven Bake (Chalupa)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 17

Texas Tortilla Oven Bake (Chalupa) - A Spicy and Cheesy Mexican Delicacy

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

17 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

Fat

34g

The Texas Tortilla Oven Bake, also known as Chalupa, is a popular Mexican dish enjoyed by many. It is a warm and spicy delicacy that combines crispy tortillas, seasoned beef, refried beans, and a variety of other toppings like cheese and lettuce. The enchilada sauce used in this recipe is what gives this dish its bold spicy flavor, making it a standout amongst other Mexican recipes. This is a great dish that can be enjoyed any time of the day as it is extremely versatile and can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Arrange tortillas on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven until crispy, for about 5 minutes.
3.	Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and layer each tortilla with the refried beans, followed by ground beef, shredded lettuce, and sliced tomatoes.
4.	Pour enchilada sauce over each tortilla and sprinkle grated Monterey jack cheese over the top.
5.	Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.	Remove from the oven and serve hot!

PROS

This dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to fit individual taste preferences.

It is packed with bold flavors and textures like crunchy tortillas, spicy enchilada sauce, and juicy tomatoes.

Perfect for a quick and delicious Mexican-themed meal.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences due to its use of meat and cheese.

It can also be high in sodium and calories.

But nonetheless, it is a tasty indulgence.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though this dish is not particularly healthy, it does have some nutritional value.
The tomatoes used in this recipe contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect against certain types of cancer.
Moreover, the presence of protein-rich ground beef in this meal may help keep you full for longer periods of time.

	3 corn tortillas
	1/2 cup monterey jack cheese , grated
	1/4 cup lettuce , shredded
	2 tablespoons refried beans
	2 tablespoons cooked ground beef
	3 tomatoes , slices
	1/2 cup enchilada sauce