Description

Navajo Taco Fry Bread is a delicious dish featuring crispy fried bread topped with a savory ground beef filling, hearty beans, fresh veggies, and a variety of customizable toppings. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for any occasion and sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

Ingredients

For the Navajo Tacos:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)

2 teaspoons ground chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1 can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15-ounce)

1 can petite diced tomatoes, drained (14.5-ounce)

1 can mild diced green chilies (4-ounce)

1/2 cup corn kernels

For the Indian Fry Bread:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 cup warm water

3 cups oil (for frying)

For Toppings:

Sour cream

Shredded cheddar cheese

Diced Roma tomatoes

Shredded iceberg lettuce

Sliced black olives

Sliced ripe avocado

Fresh pico de gallo

Chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Prepare the Toppings: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft. Toss in the ground beef and cook until browned. Add spices: chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and chipotle chili powder. Stir everything together and allow the flavors to meld for a few minutes.
Add the Beans and Veggies: Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes, green chilies, and corn. Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until everything is heated through.
Make the Fry Bread Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Gradually add warm water and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead it gently with your hands for about 1-2 minutes to make it smooth.
Roll Out and Fry the Bread: Divide the dough into six equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 1/4-inch thick circle on a floured surface. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry each dough piece for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Assemble Your Navajo Tacos: Top each piece of fry bread with the meat mixture and add your desired toppings like sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro.

Notes

Vegetarian Option: Use black beans, mushrooms, or textured vegetable protein (TVP) as a meat alternative.

Spicy Kick: Add more chipotle chili powder or hot sauce to the meat mixture for extra heat.

Mini Fry Bread: Create smaller fry breads for appetizers or smaller servings. These bite-sized pieces are perfect for snacking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner, Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American, Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg