Taco Bell has always been a bright spot throughout my life. No matter where I am, what I’m doing or what’s going on in the world, I know I can count on the tacos to make me feel better (even if my beloved Fiesta Potatoes are gone). But what if the normal menu just isn’t exciting you anymore? Well, then it’s time for you to take a peek at a few secret menu items that Taco Bell has been hiding up its sleeve all along!
Special thanks go to Hack the Menu. Here’s a look at the best things on the Taco Bell secret menu:
Tie-Dye Freeze
If you’re super into Taco Bell’s fruity Whip drinks, this was totally made for you. The Tie-Dye Freeze is fairly simple. To order, you’ll ask for either a regular or large size drink. Then, you’ll ask for one layer of each of the Whip flavors: Pineapple, Strawberry and Mountain Dew Baja Blast. After, you’ll have a wicked cup of colors that tastes better than you could even imagine!
Cheesarito
If you’ve never heard of this one, let me fill you in. Best. Snack. Ever. If you love some delicious cheese on the go, this is totally for you. To order this one, you’ll want to ask for melted cheese, scallions and the sauce of your choice (Fire, obviously!) wrapped up in a soft tortilla. These are ordered so often that some Taco Bells actually know the order already, but be prepared to recite the recipe just in case.
The Incredible Hulk
YES, that is actually what it’s called, and it’s unbelievably delicious. To order, you’ll start with a Beefy Five-Layer Burrito and replaced the nacho cheese for guacamole. You’ll then say you want to skip the inner 6″ shell and make it fresco. You may also skip the sour cream, if you so wish.
I think this item would go great with some Nacho Fries, don’t you think?
Enchirito
If you’re anything like me, you probably love a few good enchiladas in your stomach. Well, this Taco Bell secret menu hack takes enchiladas to the next level with the enchirito. To order, you’ll ask for an enchilada (or five) and ask to add to beef, beans and cheese to your heart’s desire. There’s a little more heft to this enchilada, and it’ll definitely do the job of filling you up for at least a few hours. Then you can go back for some more later, right?
Don’t miss out on secret menu items at other fast-food spots, like McDonald’s and Chik-fil-A!
Taco Bell Copycats You Can Make at Home
Inspired By: Cheesy Bean and Rice BurritoThese hearty and zippy burritos can be whipped up in a jiffy. —Kimberly Hardison, Maitland, Florida
Inspired By: Nacho FriesDon't plan on coming away with clean fingers after digging into these cheese fries! For a more authentic copycat, add some of this
homemade taco seasoning to your fries.
Inspired By: Dressed Egg TacoThis is a really simple, tasty breakfast. It has been a mainstay for our mornings together as a family. —Jo Ferguson, Arnold, Missouri
Inspired By: Cheese QuesadillaWe serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Inspired By: Chicken BurritoThis mouthwatering chicken burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They're super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho.
Inspired By: Guacamole SideI always judge a Tex-Mex restaurant by its guacamole. And although it's simple to prepare, it can go wrong oh, so easily. I've spent many years perfecting mine, to the point where I think it's better than most restaurants. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Inspired By: Spicy TostadaYou only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites. It's also easy to double for company! —Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas
Inspired By: Fiesta Taco SaladI found this recipe in an old school cookbook, and I've taken it to many potlucks since then. The layers look so pretty in a glass bowl. —Sandy Fynaardt, New Sharon, Iowa
Inspired By: Grande ScramblerBurritos for
breakfast? Why not! These zesty little handfuls will wake up your taste buds and start your day with a smile. And you can make and freeze them ahead, then just pop them into the microwave for a quick meal. —Linda Wells, St. Mary's, Georgia
Inspired By: Chicken Soft TacoMy family loves these tacos. The chicken cooks in the slow cooker, so it’s convenient to throw together before I leave for work. Then we just roll it up in tortillas with the remaining ingredients and dinner’s ready in minutes. —Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
Inspired By: Nacho Cheese SauceThis zesty nacho dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always have requests to bring it when my husband and I attend parties. —Sally Hull, Homestead, Florida
Inspired By: Chalupa SupremeI wanted an easy alternative to deep-fried chalupas, so I bake them with filling on top. —Magdalena Flores, Abilene, Texas
Inspired By: Grilled Breakfast BurritoZap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota
Inspired By: Grilled Steak Soft TacosZesty salsa and tender strips of steak make these traditional fajitas extra special. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Inspired By: Chicken QuesadillaLeftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. The chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste yet requires little preparation. —Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Inspired By: Combo BurritoI love burritos, but the frozen ones are high in salt and chemicals. So I created these. They're wonderful to have on hand for quick dinners or late-night snacks—I've even had them for breakfast! —Laura Winemiller, Delta, Pennsylvania
Inspired By: Nachos SupremeMy mom gave me a fundraiser cookbook, and this is the recipe I’ve used most. My whole family is on board. For toppings, think sour cream, tomatoes, jalapeno and red onion. —Judy Hughes, Waverly, Kansas
Inspired By: Cheesy Potato BurritoI have a son who lives in Mexico, so we don’t see him very often. When I make these burritos, it feels as if he is right there at the table with us, inhaling them. —Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California
Inspired By: Crunchy TacoA taco seasoning made from scratch with pantry staples deliciously jazzes up ground beef, turning Tuesday night into an all-out fiesta. Add your favorite toppings, and dinner is served! —Rebecca Levesque, St. George, New Brunswick
Inspired By: XXL Grilled Stuffed BurritoAfter a busy day, this is a dish that I can get on the table fast. The recipe came about totally by accident: I started throwing things together and soon I had a winner! Everyone who has tried these burritos goes home with the recipe. —Amanda Alford, Hopedale, Illinois
