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Old El Paso Super Stuffer Taco Shells
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📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Old El Paso Super Stuffer Taco Shells

Old El Paso
6.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
2g
Protein
150mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Old El Paso Super Stuffer Taco Shells are a familiar sight in American grocery aisles: a brightly colored cardboard box tucked in the Mexican/International or tortilla aisle, usually shelved near taco seasoning kits, canned refried beans, salsas, and other Tex‑Mex staples. The packaging leans into party and family imagery—fiesta tones, smiling families and serving suggestions—positioning the product as an easy, crowd-pleasing shortcut for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings and game‑day spreads. Shoppers reach for this box when planning quick taco nights, last‑minute dinner rescues, or kid‑friendly meals for back‑to‑school evenings. Brand positioning skews family‑oriented and convenience‑driven: Old El Paso markets tradition and fun, appealing to busy parents and budget‑minded shoppers who want a dependable, festive meal base without fuss. The label rarely reads as “health food”; instead it highlights convenience and corn heritage, and the product is not typically sold as organic—marketing leans more toward tradition and ease than nutrition claims. In plain terms, these shells are processed: limed (nixtamalized) corn flour formed into sturdy, curved shells with palm oil and salt added, then cooked to deliver a crisp shell. Sensory details: golden, rigid taco boats with a crunchy snap and a slightly toasted corn aroma; the palm oil gives a subtle richness and helps maintain crispness. They come in a sealed plastic bag inside a box for shelf stability. Rituals around use are communal—assemble a taco bar, let people stuff their own shells with seasoned meat, beans, cheese and toppings—and the product plays the role of dependable crunchy vessel in American taco culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 5
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Limed, Corn, Flour,, Palm, Oil,, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from nixtamalized corn flour with added palm oil and salt and produced industrially, these are processed prepared foods rather than minimally processed whole foods. The short ingredient list lacks industrial additives common in ultra-processed products, placing it in NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Old El Paso Super Stuffer Taco Shells

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These taco shells are relatively low in sugar and free from preservatives, but they aren't exactly a nutritional powerhouse either. With 2 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber per serving, they’re more of a fun base for your taco creations than a superfood. It’s all about what you fill them with!

Perfect For

weeknight-dinner
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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