The Taco Bell Volcano Taco recipe was known for its spicy kick and unique red shell. While I can’t provide the exact Taco Bell recipe, I can help you create a homemade version with a spicy seasoned protein and a red tortilla shell. Let’s get started:
Homemade Volcano Taco Recipe
Ingredients
The following are the ingredients needed to prepare the Taco Bell Volcano taco recipe.
For the Spicy Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
For the Red Tortilla Shells:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Red food coloring
Toppings
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
Spicy Beef:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat and add the taco seasoning, water, and hot sauce. Mix well.
- Simmer the beef mixture for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Adjust the hot sauce according to your desired spice level.
Red Tortilla Shells:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil and warm water to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.
- Divide the dough into small balls, around golf ball size.
- Add red food coloring to each ball, kneading until the color is evenly distributed. Add more coloring if needed.
- Roll each colored ball into a tortilla shape, about 6 inches in diameter.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla for about 1-2 minutes per side, until cooked and slightly puffed.
Assembly:
- Place a generous spoonful of the spicy beef mixture onto the center of each red tortilla shell.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions.
- Fold the taco shell in half and serve immediately.
Expected Preparation Time: Approximately 45-60 minutes.
Rating: 🌮🌮🌮🌮 (4 out of 5 stars)
Note: Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce in the beef mixture. Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Enjoy your homemade Volcano Tacos!