Cheesy Gordita Crunch: Taco Bell at Home (So Easy!) - Food55

Ingredients

• 1 cup (120g) All-Purpose Flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup (120ml) Warm Water
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Vegetable Oil
• 1 pound (450g) Ground Beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 packet (approx. 1 oz or 28g) Taco Seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) Water
• 4 ounces (113g) Velveeta Cheese, cubed
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Milk
• 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder (optional)
• 4 Standard Taco Shells (store-bought, crispy)
• 1 cup (approx. 80g) Shredded Lettuce (Iceberg or Romaine)
• 1 cup (approx. 115g) Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup (120ml) Sour Cream or Taco Sauce
• Vegetable Oil, for frying (approx. 1 cup/240ml)