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Taco shell
Calories & nutrition facts
baked
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 476 kcal —
- Protein 6.4 g 13%
- Carbohydrate 57 g 21%
- Fat 22 g 28%
- Saturated fat 7.1 g 36%
- Fibre 6.7 g 24%
- Sugars 1.5 g —
- Sodium 324 mg 14%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.69 mg 5%
- Vitamin K 8.6 µg 7%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.22 mg 18%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.08 mg 6%
- Niacin (B3) 1.9 mg 12%
- Vitamin B6 0.2 mg 12%
- Folate (B9) 70 µg 18%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 29.9 mg 5%
Minerals
- Calcium 100 mg 8%
- Iron 1.6 mg 9%
- Magnesium 83 mg 20%
- Phosphorus 233 mg 19%
- Potassium 231 mg 5%
- Zinc 1.6 mg 15%
- Copper 0.11 mg 13%
- Manganese 0.56 mg 24%
- Selenium 4.8 µg 9%
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Questions about Taco shell
How do you warm taco shells without cracking them?
Stand them upright on a baking tray and warm them in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 3–5 minutes. Let them cool just enough to handle before filling; overheating can make them brittle.
Can you make taco shells from tortillas?
Yes. Warm small corn tortillas briefly so they bend, then drape each over two bars of an oven rack to form a folded shape. Bake at 180°C for around 7–10 minutes, until crisp.
How should you store taco shells after opening the packet?
Seal them in an airtight container and keep it in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture makes the shells lose their crunch, so avoid storing them in the fridge.
How do you stop taco shells going soggy?
Drain juicy fillings well and assemble the tacos just before serving. A thin layer of grated cheese at the bottom can also help shield the shell from moist beans or salsa.
What fillings go well in taco shells?
Try seasoned minced beef, shredded chicken or spiced beans, then add lettuce, tomato, grated cheese and salsa. Add avocado or a spoonful of soured cream just before serving.
Can you use tostada shells instead of taco shells?
Yes, but tostada shells are flat, so they work best as a crunchy base for layered toppings rather than a folded taco. They are also useful when you want fillings to stay spread out.
What can you do with broken taco shells?
Crush them over a taco salad or soup for crunch, or use the pieces to scoop up salsa, guacamole or refried beans. Store any unused pieces airtight so they stay crisp.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 3994 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
