First mix all the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder and salt) together.
Then Add in oil and mix it in the dough.
Knead the dough using milk. Add ¾ cup milk at one go. Add the remaining ¼ cup as required.
If you need a little more liquid to knead the dough, you can use water.
Keep kneading till it all comes together and dough feels soft
Making chalupa Shells or disc
Cut it into 8 equal parts.
Then roll each part between both palms to make a ball. Roll out each ball using a rolling pin into a 7-8 inch (diameter) disc.
Punch some holes with fork. This will ensure that the chalupa does not puff a lot while frying.
Oil should not be more than 2 inches deep. Heat oil over medium flame.
When the oil is ready, slowly slide the rolled-out disc in the oil.
The disc will rise up on the oil and will puff up slightly.
With a pair of tongs, pick up the disc and flip it to the other side.
Immediately, pinch up a side of the disc with tongs and gently fold it in half. Cook this half side for 30 seconds .
Flip and cook the other half for another 1 minute till both sides are golden and crunchy.
Serving
To serve chalupas place a piece of fried bread on a plate and top with
the refried beans, guacamole, pica de Gallo , chopped lettuce , cheese , olives and sour cream or any other desired toppings.
Eat and enjoy!