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I tried the Naked Egg Taco from Taco Bell and had the most sophisticated experience

Taco Bell is constantly pushing the boundaries of what they consider to be the perfect taco shell. 

First, they created the the Naked Chicken Chalupa which starred a taco shell made of literal fried chicken. But now they've outdone themselves, yet again, with a breakfast item called the Naked Egg Taco featuring a shell made entirely of a fried egg.

The glorious Naked Egg Taco from Taco Bell.

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"How could that be?" you ask. "H—how does everything stay inside? How do you pick it up? Do you have to use a fork to eat it? How? Why?!?!?!?!"

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Everyone, shhh. Calm down. I'm here to answer all your questions because I took on the brave task of trying this naked taco myself. Why should you trust my opinion? Because I am a huge Taco Bell fan and breakfast is one of the true loves of my life, that's why. I'm no expert, but I love a good taco and I love a good breakfast.

I attended the Taco Bell “Bell & Breakfast” event in at SoHo's Culinary Loft in New York City to try this confusing creation and, let me tell you, it was an experience. First of all, eating Taco Bell has never been so chic. On the second floor of the loft, a brunch-esque tasting experience was provided to showcase the taco in all of its tasty glory. 

A far cry from the drunken late-night taco binge usually associated with the fast food chain, the space featured a long, flower-lined wooden table with colored placemats and menus for guests. It was fancy! There were glass vases and lights and cute Taco Bell signs all over the brick walls. A millennial haven, if you will. There was also a bartender serving sophisticated mixed drinks like the Classic Mimosa, a Grapefruit Rosemary Spritzer (which was sooo good), and a Michelada (think, spicy Bloody Mary made with beer instead of vodka).

Did I mention this was all for a taco? From Taco Bell?

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After a few sips of the Spritzer, I was ready for the main event. I sat down to what was probably the neatest and most beautiful Taco Bell meal I've ever had. 

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Look at this adorable drink!

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I was lucky enough to receive not one, but two Naked Egg Tacos, and they just looked delicious. Served with Taco Bell's signature line of hot sauces, the taco was hot and truly overflowing with bacon, crispy potatoes, cheese, and cheese sauce. And there it was — the fried egg taco shell. Skeptical, I took a bite, and guys, this thing was GOOD.

Here's an attractive picture of me eating the Naked Egg Taco.

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All of the ingredients tasted and looked real, which to me, is no small feat for a fast food chain. Ever bite into a chicken nugget at one of these places and not know what you're actually looking at? Yeah, this wasn't the case. Even the egg tasted real, which I can't say for other spongey-egg breakfast sandwiches I've had. The bacon and potatoes were crispy, and the cheese sauce was a great touch because otherwise, this taco might've been a little too dry. It was delicious, it was stuffed, and it was real. And it tasted really great with their mild hot sauce, if that's your thing. 

One thing though: It was GREASY. My god, was it greasy. 

The taco is served in a paper shell to keep its shape, but we all know those things are awkward to eat out of. So I unwrapped the taco and held it in my hands, and with one slight touch, my hands were covered in oil. This is definitely no one-napkin breakfast, and if there's no sink nearby to wash your hands, good luck to you. I love a little grease in my breakfast, but for a taco, this was a bit much. 

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Although a fun inside-out concept, it doesn't taste too different from other fast food breakfast items that contain eggs, cheese, and bacon. That doesn't mean it wasn't delicious — it just means that it tastes kind of the same as other sandwiches I've had. If you're someone like me who needs 5 or 6 regular tacos to feel remotely full, one of these bad boys won't do it for you. You'll need around 2 or 3 to get you through the morning.

All in all, the Naked Egg Taco, greasy or not, is definitely something you should try before it's gone. It's just fun and tasty and truly an experience to eat. If you love a good weird food trend, are a Taco Bell fan, or love any kind of taco — traditional or not — this is the taco for you. If you crave bread with your breakfast sandwiches, or are a taco purist, you should still try it. What's the harm besides a little grease?

Life's too short not to eat strange foods. Just go eat this yummy taco. It'll make you happy. Get it before it's gone starting Aug. 31.

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