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Indian Fry Bread (Navajo Tacos) Recipe

Indian Fry Bread (Navajo Tacos) Recipe
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Learn how to make delicious Indian Fry Bread topped with savory taco ingredients to create Navajo Tacos, a traditional Southwestern favorite.

Ingredients

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For the Fry Bread:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus more for frying)

For the Toppings:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water (for seasoning)
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans (drained and warmed)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fry Bread: In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add water and oil. Knead until smooth. Let rest, then divide and flatten into disks.
  2. Fry the Bread: Heat oil in a skillet and fry each piece until golden and puffed. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Cook the Ground Beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water. Simmer.
  4. Assemble the Tacos: Top fry bread with ground beef, pinto beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Notes

  • Fry bread can be made ahead and reheated. Enjoy sweet variations with honey and powdered sugar.

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