These tantalizing taco dishes demonstrate that you don't necessarily need tortillas and salsa to make the perfect taco. With innovative ingredients and unusual flavor combinations, these tasty tacos can be enjoyed all year round.
Some of the more unusual taco dishes are those that attempt to use unconventional ingredients. For example, some taco recipes substitute standard tortillas for shells made from waffles, lettuce, spaghetti noodles and and even strips of bacon. And it is not just the taco shell that has been replaced. Some of these unique taco dishes also feature unorthodox fillings such as sausage and eggs or ice cream and chocolate.
For something more traditional, there are a number of recipes that stick to the classic taco formula, but add a tasty twist. For example, there are taco dishes with non-traditional meat fillings such as sirloin steak, corned beef and even soy chicken. While it may not be beef, these taco recipes stick to classic taco flavors and traditional Mexican ingredients.
33 Tantalizing Taco Dishes
From Pasta Bacon Taco Hybrids to Ice Cream Cereal Tacos:
Katherine Pendrill — Jun 21, 2015 — Lifestyle
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Porky Mexican-Inspired Breakfasts
The Bacon Weave Taco Improves a Timeless Food Design
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Tantalizing Taco Burritos
The Taco Bell Quesarito is a Burrito Wrapped Up in a Soft Quesadilla
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Bacon-Infused Dessert Tacos
The Bacon Weave Choco Taco Combines Sweet and Savory Flavors
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Latticed BLT Tacos
DudeFoods's Bacon Weave Tacos are Filled with Chopped Lettuce and Tomatoes
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Croissant Waffle Tacos
This Waffle and Croissant Hybrid is Available at Some IHOP Locations
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Pasta Bacon Taco Hybrids
These Indulgent Bacon Weave Taco Breaks Calorie-Topping Records
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Breakfast Waffle Tacos
Taco Bell’s Breakfast Feast is Going Nationwide
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Double Taco Bun Burgers
This Burger Uses Tacos as Buns for a Crunchy Alternative
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Asian Taco Recipes
Iamafoodblog's Vietnamese Braised Beef Taco is a Hybrid Between Cultures
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Nacho Taco Kits
This Old El Paso Taco Kit Features a Cheesy Orange Dorito-Like Taco
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Mexican-Inspired Biscuit Meals
The Latest Taco Bell Breakfast is Topped with Jalapeno Honey Sauce
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Meatless Taco Salads
This Recipe from Oh My Veggies Adheres to Vegan Diet Restrictions
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DIY Dessert Tacos
The Taco Bell Chocolate Taco Kit Lets You Make Your Own Choco Tacos
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Fried Tortilla Chip Tacos
The Deep Fried Doritos Locos Taco Takes Taco Bell to New Heights
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Spaghetti Taco Shells
This Mexican-Themed Twist on Spaghetti and Meatballs is From The Vulgar Chef
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Frozen Chocolate Tacos
These Homemade Choco Tacos are a Delicious Frozen Dessert
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Fried Pizza Tacos
This Crispy and Savory Dish From Oh, Bite It! Consists of Folded and Fried Pizza
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Pancake Taco Hybrids
Mr. Breakfast's Indulgent Recipe is Infused with Eggs and Bacon
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Reuben Taco Sliders
The Vulgar Chef Created a Mini Reuben Sandwich That Exists in Taco Form
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Crispy Ramen Tacos
These Delicious Noodle Tacos Fuse Together Japanese and Mexican Cuisine
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Noodle-Infused Tacos
This Ramen Taco Mixes up a Favorite Mexican Dish
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Cheese-Stuffed Taco Shells
The Taco Bell Quesalupa is a Quesadilla and Chalupa Hybrid
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Grapefruit-Topped Tacos
This Recipe for Fish Tacos and Salsa Includes Grapefruit and Avocado
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Luxe Steak Frites
Chef Bob Pairs a Classic Dish with a Savory Bearnaise Sauce
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Taco Breakfast Fries
Chow's Chorizo Y Papas Breakfast Tacos Are Infused with Sausage
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Ice Cream Cereal Tacos
This Ice Cream Taco from DudeFoods Uses a Shell Made out of Cocoa Pebbles
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Ginger Garlic Steak Tacos
This Indian Infusing Recipe is Topped with Pineapple Pico de Gallo
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Campfire Confection Tacos
The Vulgar Chef's S'Mores Taco Takes Inspiration From Mexican Cuisine
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Crunchy Taco Cupcakes
These Savory Cupcakes are Made with Refried Beans and Corn Chips
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Breakfast Biscuit Tacos
The New Biscuit Taco from Taco Bell is Filled with Sausage and Egg
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Chorizo Breakfast Tacos
This Savory Breakfast Recipe Includes Potato Hash and a Fried Egg
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Mexican Sirloin Snacks
The Food Network Skirt Steak Tacos Add a Meaty Punch to Typical Tortillas
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Vegan Chicken Tacos
Spicy Teriyaki Chick'n Tacos Offer a Plethora of Protein without Meat
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Bold Sauce Expansions
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Affordable QSR Meal Combos
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Artisanal Tajin Candies
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Snackable Salsa Cereals
The Tostitos Salsa Cereal Kit Makes Snacking Less Messy on Game Day
Taco-Themed Dorm Makeovers
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Birria-Inspired QSR Menus
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Blended Tex-Mex Refreshments
Taco Bell Churro Chillers Come in Four Flavor Options
Chicken-Centric QSR Menus
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Pizza-Flavored Snack Mixes
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Seven-Layer Taco Pizzas
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Retro QSR Menus
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Fast Food Bean Dips
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Upcycled Tortilla Beers
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Taco-Inspired Tortilla Chips
Doritos Late Night Loaded Taco is Available Only at Kroger
Ready-to-Enjoy Tex-Mex Meals
These Old El Paso Ready Meals are Perfect for One or Two Diners
Jicama Shell Avocado Tacos
The Cheesecake Factory Just Added New Skinnylicious Avocado Tacos
Viral Grilled Cheese Burritos
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Savory Waffle Tacos
Moe's Southwest Grill and Eggo Collaborated to Create an Eggo Taco
Avocado Gelato Snacks
Avocados from Mexico and Paciugo Teamed Up to Make "Gelachos"
High-Quality Frozen Dishes
Tillamook Launches New Pizza and Mac & Cheese Frozen Meals
Collectible Lunch Box Giveaways
Taco Bell is Launching a Lunch Box Giveaway with DoorDash
Collaboration QSR Cereals
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Expansive Tex-Mex QSR Menus
These New Taco Bell Menu Items are Arriving for 2024
Pint-Sized Quesadilla Wraps
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Globally Inspired Dog Meals
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Craveable Frozen QSR Meals
Taco Bell at Home Cravings Kits Help Fans Make Menu Classics at Home
Sizzling Skillet Breakfast Meals
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Blended Cheesy Streetfoods
Taco Bell is Testing New Cheesy Street Chalupas at Certain Locations
Crispy Chicken-Themed Menus
Taco Bell is Testing Out a New Crispy Chicken Strips Menu
Cheesy Filled Corn Pockets
These Chicken Cheese & Green Chile Pupusas Offer a Taste of El Salvador
Cheesy Folded Tortilla Meals
Taco Bell Canada Just Introduced the Stacker North of the Border
Nacho-Flavored Chocolate Bites
TCHO's Choco Natchos are Cheesy Chocolate Bites are Savory & Spicy
Mummy-Inspired halloween tacos
Jack in the Box has a new Mummy Wrapped Monster Taco for Halloween
Chef-Crafted Mexican Wraps
Taco Bell's TBX Culinary Collaboration Remixed the Crunchwrap Supreme
Taco Discovery Boxes
Taco Bell is Sharing a Craveable Offer Exclusively on Taco Tuesdays
Ready-to-Assemble Taco Kits
The Velvet Taco Built Your Own Catering Taco Kit Serves Up to Eight
Cinnamon-Dusted Taco Shells
Old El Paso and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Debut the Dessert Taco Shells
Sausage Stuffed Breakfast Tacos
Start Your Day with a Breakfast Taco Made with Jimmy Dean Sausage
Iced Dessert Tacos
Cold Stone Rolled Out an Ice Cream Taco in Time for Cinco de Mayo
Crispy Street-Style Tacos
Taco Bell's Cheesy Street Chalupas are Inspired by Street Food Vendors
Chili-Lime Fried Pies
Taco Cabana's Tajín Mango Fried Pie is Sweet and Spicy with a Zesty Kick
Deconstructed Enchilada Bowls
Miguel’s Jr. is Launching New Bowls, Including the Enchilada Bowl
Modern Boxed Mexican Meals
Tocaya Individual Boxed Meals Come in Three Entree Options
Flavorful Layered Burrito Menus
Condado Tacos is Adding 4 Burritos, Including the Dirty Peezler
Waffle-Made Breakfast Tacos
Huddle House MVP Waffle Tacos Come in Two Varieties
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos
Del Taco Just Unveiled New Beer Battered Crispy Fish Tacos
Bright Red Halloween Tacos
Jack in the Box is Introducing a New Angry Monster Taco
Luchador-Inspired Tortilla Chips
El Nacho Tortilla Chips Have Bold Branding and Color
Student-Focused Taco Kits
Taco Bell Launches the New 'S.O.S' Kit for College Students
Burger-Inspired Ice Creams
So Cute Ice Cream's Cheeseburger Ice Cream is Served with a Pickle
Actress-Crafted Burrito Bowls
Tocaya Created the New Cali Bowl with Actress Vanessa Hudgens
Restaurant-Style At-Home Tacos
Taco Bell Launches the New Craving Kits for At-Home Taco Night
Collaboration Creamy Spiced Fries
Taco Bell Secret Aardvark Nacho Fries are Arriving This Month
Taco Shell-Based Diamonds
Taco Bell Canada is Giving Away Real Diamonds Made from Taco Shells
Reformulated Vanilla Milkshakes
Del Taco Released the 'Snickerdoodle' Shake with a Vanilla Base
Extra-Affordable QSR Menus
Del Taco Del’s Real Deal$ Menu Has 15 items Under $2
Cheesy Sauce Chicken Wraps
Sonic Queso Wraps Come in Two Options for Snacking or Mealtime
Revived Decade-Themed QSR Menus
This New Taco Bell Menu Has Five Nostalgic Offerings
Authentic Burrito Bowl Kits
The SOMOS Burrito Bowl Kit Comes in Two Target-Exclusive Flavors
Zesty Chicken Finger Tacos
Zaxby's Just Added New Chicken Finger Tacos in Two Varieties
Authentic Birria-Style Tacos
The Laredo Taco Co. Quesabirria is Available at 7-Eleven
Grilled Steak Burritos
Taco Bell Released a New Take on its Grilled Burrito with Steak and Bacon
Seasonal Street Food-Inspired Menus
Taco Cabana Street Food Fest Features Ample Food and Drink
International Cuisine Side Dishes
Tilda Tasty Sides Come in Four Flavor Varieties
Flexitarian-Friendly Entrées
Daring Foods' Vegetarian Frozen Entrées Make Alt Chicken Approachable
Fiery Shredded Beef Tacos
Moe’s New Blazin’ Birria Taco Features Beef Simmered in Chiles & Garlic
Extra-Spicy QSR Tacos
The Dairy Queen Carolina Reaper Tacos are Only Available in Texas
Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas
Trader Joe's New Addition is Tangy, Cheesy, and Flavor-Filled
Versatile Chocolate Pastas
Pastazerts' Chocolate Fettuccine Serves with Sweet or Savory Sauces
Sweetly Spiced Tex-Mex Meals
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Hot Honey Chicken Comes in Taco and Salad Options
Grilled Steak Breakfast Tacos
Love’s Travel Stops is Adding New Steakhouse Breakfast Tacos
Breaded Chicken Tacos
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Corn Chip-Stuffed Quesadillas
Taco Cabana is Dropping a New Fritos Pie Quesadilla This Month
Frozen QSR-Backed Chillers
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Spooky Ice Cream Collections
Salt & Straw's Scoops & Skulls Series Shares Halloween Ice Creams
Pressed Mexican Sandwich Combos
Tocaya is Putting New Torta Combos on the Menu
Value-Driven Steak Tacos
Taco Bell is Testing Out a New Steak Soft Taco That Costs Just $3
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Sandwich-Inspired Chalupas
Taco Bell Canada Has a New Chicken Bacon Club Chalupa
Crunchy Extra-Long Tacos
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Poblano Pepper Macaroni Meals
Chicken Salad Chick Has a New White Cheddar Poblano Mac N’ Cheese
Crispy Pork Carnitas Burritos
Taco Time is Adding a New Smoky Pork Crisp Burrito This Summer
Playful Food-Themed Games
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Dippable Mini Churros
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Sombrero-Shaped Appetizers
TexMex Sombreros are Shapely Snacks Filled with Flavor
Asian-Inspired Sliders
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Seafood-Filled Tostada Bowls
These El Pollo Loco Tostadas Come in Two Varieties
Savory Tex-Mex Cuisine Soups
Old El Paso Tex-Mex-Inspired Canned Soups Come in Five Flavors
Shelf-Stable Plant-Based Taco Fillings
Tacotarian Plant-Based Birria is Made with Beyond Meat
Cheddar-Encrusted Taco Shells
Taco John's New Cheddar Crunch Tacos are Covered in Aged Cheddar
Breakfast-style Tater Tots
New Breakfast Tots are Currently Being Tested at Taco Bell
Sonoran-Style Flour Tortillas
Trader Joe's New Sonora Style Flour Tortillas Have a Mild Flavor
Pop-Up Taco Restaurants
El Segundo Continually Surprises & Delights with Daily Main Dish Specials
Versatile Flavor-Packed Condiments
Litehouse Loaded Sauces Work as Dips, Spreads and More
Vegetarian-Friendly Crispy Tacos
Bodega Taqueria Y Tequila Has Unveiled Its New Dorado Tacos
Taco-Flavored Corn Snacks
Corn Nuts Loaded Taco Offer Bursts of Savory Spice
Baked Tortellini Pastas
Fazoli’s Has New Tortellini Entrees, Including the Creamy Tortellini Bake
Hybrid Enchilada-Inspired Burritos
Taco Bell Just Added the New Chicken Enchilada Burrito
Hearty Breakfast-Centric Tortas
Taco Cabana Has Added a Bacon & Egg Torta Ahead of Cinco de Mayo
Baja-Style Steak Tacos
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Just Added the New Cali-Style Steak Taco
Extra Spicy Shrimp Tacos
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is Introducing a New Diablo Shrimp Protein
Indian Cuisine-Inspired QSR Menus
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Strawberry-Flavored QSR Treat Menus
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Mexican Seasoning QSR Menus
These Taco Bell Tajín Menu Items Come in Three Varieties
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos
Taco Cabana's New Fish Tacos are Made with Beer-Battered Icelandic Cod
Toasted Cheddar Taco Shells
Taco Bell is Testing New Toasted Cheddar Street Chalupas
All-Day Diner Breakfast Tacos
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Pinapple Chicken Fried Tacos
Taco Bell is Testing New Chicken Al Pastor Street Chalupas
Refreshing Cantaloupe Fruit Drinks
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Dippable Beef Birria Burritos
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Tex-Mex QSR Breakfast Tacos
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Hybrid Taco Cheeseburgers
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Hot Sauce-Branded Seasonings
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Cracker-Themed Tex-Mex Meals
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Elevated Mexican Sandwiches
Tocoya Expands its Summer Menu with Torta Combos
Lightly Spiced Soft Shell Tacos
Taco John's is Adding Fiesta Softshell Tacos This Fall
Comforting Seasonal Side Dishes
Cowboy Chicken is Introducing New Wild West Sides This Fall
Pistachio-Crusted Salmon Tacos
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Tasty Tex-Mex Quesadilla Dishes
The Baja Fresh Tres Quesadillas are a Limited Time Offering
Tex-Mex Bacon QSR Menus
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Fruit-Topped Breakfast Tacos
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Buget-Friendly Bean Tostadas
Taco John's Just Added the Value-Driven Refried Bean Tostada
Cheesy Stacked Quesadillas
Taco Bell is Testing New $2 Stackers at Locations in Arizona
QSR-Backed Quesabirria Menus
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Unveils the New Quesabirria Menu Items
Hybrid Griddled Taco Recipes
This Recipe for Quesotacos With Peppers and Onions is Quick and Easy
Crispy Mozarella-Coated Tacos
Baja Fresh's New Crispy Vampiro Tacos are Grilled in Cheese
Crispy Summertime Tacos
The Torchy's Taco Baja Fish Taco Has Arrived for Late Summer
Diced Pork Street Tacos
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Collaborative Pork Taco Menus
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