Crunchy Dorito Tacos: the Recipe for a Twist on Classic Tacos for National Crunchy Tacos Day!
Crunchy Dorito tacos offer a delightful twist on a classic favorite, making them an incredibly versatile choice for any dining occasion. Whether you're brainstorming menu ideas for a leisurely brunch, planning a family lunch or dinner, or looking to impress at a party with friends, these flavorful tacos are sure to be a hit. The unique blend of bold Dorito crunch and savory taco fillings marries the casual with the luxurious, creating a dish that's as suitable for a festive gathering as it is for those moments when you want to indulge in something a bit more decadent. Bursting with color, texture, and taste, crunchy Dorito tacos promise an exciting culinary experience that can bring people together, spark conversation, and leave everyone craving more.
Made with tortilla covered in crushed Doritos, the tacos are first baked in the oven and then filled with ground beef previously cooked and seasoned with your favorite spices, lettuce and dollops of hot sauce and sour cream to offer you an arrange of delicious flavors with each bite. Quick and easy to make, these are the perfect copycat recipe of the famous fast food chain's order.
Crunchy Dorito Tacos' Origins
The invention of crunchy Dorito tacos is a creative culinary twist credited to the fast-food chain Taco Bell, under the innovative leadership of then-CEO Greg Creed. The idea was born out of a collaboration between Taco Bell and Frito-Lay, the maker of Doritos, leading to the launch of the Doritos Locos Tacos in 2012. This ingenious creation combines the classic flavors and textures of a Taco Bell taco with the unmistakable crunch and taste of a Dorito, resulting in a product that quickly captured the hearts and taste buds of millions. The Doritos Locos Tacos have since become one of the most successful product launches in the fast-food industry, showcasing how a simple idea can transform into a cultural phenomenon, redefining snack time and mealtime alike with its bold flavors and unique eating experience.
Tips and Variations
– Remember to preheat the oven before cooking the Dorito Tacos shells.
– You can substitute ground beef with your favorite type of meat, chopped in small pieces and sautéed with your favorite spices.
– We use salt, black pepper and paprika as seasoning, but you can choose your favorite spices and give the meat a different kick with each bite.
– We don't suggest using soy sauce or any other type of liquid seasoning, as to not make the Dorito Tacos' shells soggy, and risk them breaking or coming apart.
– You can make the Dorito Tacos vegetarian and vegan friendly by substituting all animal products with plant-based ingredients.
– You can use all types of crushed Dorito chips to coat the tortillas; this is a good no-waste recipe, as it allows you to finish those last crumbs in the bottom of a Dorito bag. In case you don't have Doritos in the house, you can replicate the flavor (like we do in this recipe) by using breadcrumbs and BBQ sauce.
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How to Store Crunchy Dorito Tacos
We recommend storing all the ingredients for Crunchy Dorito Tacos separately, to preserve them at the best of their flavors and avoid the taco shells from getting soggy. Keep them in separate airtight containers inside of the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Once assembled, the tacos should be consumed shortly after.
Find out how to make Crunchy Dorito Tacos following our step-by-step recipe and advice.
How to Make Crunchy Dorito Tacos
Inside of a non-stick pan, heat a drizzle of vegetable oil.
Inside of a non-stick pan, heat a drizzle of vegetable oil.
Once the oil has heated, pour in the chopped onion and let it brown.
Once the oil has heated, pour in the chopped onion and let it brown.
Once the onion has browned, it's time to pour in the ground beef and separate it using a spatula, to let it brown thoroughly.
Once the onion has browned, it's time to pour in the ground beef and separate it using a spatula, to let it brown thoroughly.
Once the ground beef has browned, add the salt.
Once the ground beef has browned, add the salt.
Then add the pepper.
Then add the pepper.
Finally, add the paprika. Mix all the ingredients and then let the ground beef fry for at least 10 minutes.
Finally, add the paprika. Mix all the ingredients and then let the ground beef fry for at least 10 minutes.
In the meantime, inside of a plate, spread the BBQ sauce and then spread one side of the tortilla over it until it is completely covered with sauce.
In the meantime, inside of a plate, spread the BBQ sauce and then spread one side of the tortilla over it until it is completely covered with sauce.
Once the tortilla is coated with sauce, dip it into the breadcrumbs. The sauce will help the breadcrumbs stick to the tortilla.
Once the tortilla is coated with sauce, dip it into the breadcrumbs. The sauce will help the breadcrumbs stick to the tortilla.
Helping yourself with a glass bowl to hold it upright, place the tortilla shells (on the side that isn't coated) to form the typical taco shells. Then, bake them inside of a preheated oven, at 212°F/100°C for 35 minutes.
Helping yourself with a glass bowl to hold it upright, place the tortilla shells (on the side that isn't coated) to form the typical taco shells. Then, bake them inside of a preheated oven, at 212°F/100°C for 35 minutes.
Once the cooking time has passed and the shells have cooled down a bit, it's time to fill your tacos! Start by adding lettuce as a base.
Once the cooking time has passed and the shells have cooled down a bit, it's time to fill your tacos! Start by adding lettuce as a base.
Then add a generous quantity of ground beef.
Then add a generous quantity of ground beef.
Then add a dollop of hot sauce, sour cream and a drizzle of shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with a sprinkle of dill.
Then add a dollop of hot sauce, sour cream and a drizzle of shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with a sprinkle of dill.
Your Crunchy Dorito Tacos are ready to be served and enjoyed!
Your Crunchy Dorito Tacos are ready to be served and enjoyed!
