Why is it called a chalupa?
Chalupa is actually the name of a boat, which this famous Mexican food is named for. The crispy masa shells are traditionally shaped to resemble the hulls of the ships. In this chalupa recipe, they do double duty acting as a “vessel” for salsa and other toppings.
Considering this, What is a chalupa from Taco Bell?
The chalupa, which debuted in 2017, is made with a crunchy fried chicken shell stuffed with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and avocado ranch sauce.