In the realm of culinary artistry, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, a remarkable dish emerges from the heart of Native American tradition: fry bread tacos. This delectable creation seamlessly blends the crispy allure of golden-brown fry bread with the vibrant symphony of taco fillings, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and captivates hearts.
As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover a treasure trove of fry bread taco recipes, each offering unique flavor combinations and culinary adventures. From the classic ground beef taco, bursting with savory goodness, to the tantalizing carnitas taco, where tender pork shoulder takes center stage, these recipes cater to every palate.
For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the black bean and corn taco offers a symphony of flavors and textures, while the sweet potato and black bean taco brings a touch of earthy sweetness to the table. And for those with a taste for the extraordinary, the smoked salmon taco, with its delicate smokiness and creamy avocado topping, is an absolute must-try.
With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes ensure that even novice cooks can create these culinary wonders with ease. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and prepare to embark on a taste sensation like no other. Let the aroma of sizzling fry bread and the vibrant flavors of taco fillings fill your kitchen as you embark on this delectable journey.
FRY BREAD TACOS
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 12h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- To make the fry bread dough, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Mix in the hot water a little at time, kneading until a sticky dough forms. It will be tacky and lumpy, but should not contain any dry clumps of flour. Drizzle the 3 tablespoons vegetable oil over the dough and then tilt and rotate the bowl a bit to make sure that all of the visible surface of the dough has been coated. Cover the bowl with a clean dish towel and let rest at room temperature for about 2 hours. (The dough will not rise or expand while resting.)
- To fry the dough, heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F, or until a pinch of flour tossed into the oil gives off an audible sizzle. Pull off a handful-size chunk of dough and shape it into a thin disk without overhandling the dough. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. (Trust your eyes and nose to tell you when the bread is ready.) Drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough, bringing the oil back up to 350 degrees F between batches. (You should end up with 8 to 10 medium-sized pieces of fry bread. If your pan is 12 inches or larger, you can experiment with cooking two pieces at a time.)
- To serve, top each piece of fry bread with 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the Beans and 1/4 cup of the Chili. Top with some cheese, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream.
- Rinse the soaked beans, place in a medium pot with 10 cups water and turn the heat to medium-low. Add the onions, oregano, cilantro, pepper flakes, garlic, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 2 1/2 hours.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef, onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned, about 7 minutes. Skim off any fat and then stir in the tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the dark chili powder, light chili powder, paprika, cumin and pepper flakes and simmer on low, stirring occasionally, for 2 1/2 hours.
FRY BREAD TACOS
Change up your boring dinner routine with this easy recipe for Fry Bread Tacos (aka Navajo Tacos). A quick and simple bread dough is quickly fried and then topped with your favorite taco toppings!
Provided by Jamie Sherman
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk with a wooden spoon and mix until the dough comes together. Add more flour if necessary to be able to handle the dough. On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth, at least 5 minutes. Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large, deep heavy skillet to 375°F. Oil should be about 1 1/2 inches deep. Divide dough into 4 to 6 pieces and use a rolling pin to shape dough into ¼-inch thickness circles.
- Fry breads in the hot oil until golden on both sides, turning only once. Drain on paper towels.
- Top fry bread with your choice of beans, choice of taco seasoned meat, lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. Top with your choice of additional ingredients, such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole or taco sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1087 calories, Cholesterol 106 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 78 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 42 grams protein, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Sodium 1066 grams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar
FAVORITE FRY BREAD TACOS
A favorite at Aboriginal Pow Wows all summer long.
Provided by Kitchen Kitty
Categories Fry Bread Tacos
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in water just until a fairly sticky dough forms. Set aside to rest while oil preheats.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Divide dough into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a round disc the size of your palm.
- Fry dough discs, one at a time, in hot oil until browned on one side, about 2 minutes; turn over with tongs and cook until browned on both sides, about 1 minute more. Drain fry bread on paper towels; repeat with remaining dough.
- Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; stir in chili seasoning and kidney beans and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Place fry bread on a plate; top each fry bread with a portion of chili mixture, shredded Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 102.8 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1371.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
INDIAN FRY BREAD TACOS
From Ponca City, Oklahoma, LaDonna Reed writes, "Our son-in-law is half Comanche and half Kiowa, and this recipe is similar to one he uses. I downsized it for two."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in hot water to form a soft dough. Cover and let stand for 1 hour., In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Keep warm., Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 4-in. circle. , In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 350°. Fry bread circles in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden; drain on paper towels. Top each with meat mixture, lettuce and tomato. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CALIFORNIA STYLE INDIAN FRY BREAD TACOS
If you have ever been to the State Fair in Sacramento, you would have seen booths selling these wonderful tacos! One definitely makes a meal!
Provided by That Napa Chicken R
Categories Native American
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the breads:.
- Sift together the flour, salt, powdered milk, and baking powder into a large bowl. Pour the water over the flour mixture all at once and stir the dough with a fork until it starts to form one big clump.
- Flour your hands. Using your hands, begin to mix the dough, trying to get all the flour into the mixture to form a ball.
- NOTE: You want to mix this well, but you do NOT want to knead it. Kneading it will make for a heavy Fry Bread when cooked. The inside of the dough ball should still be sticky after it is formed, while the outside will be well floured.
- Cut the dough into four (4) pieces. Using your floured hands, shape, stretch, pat, and form a disk of about 5 to 7 inches in diameter.
- Use a large dutch oven and heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°F (If you don't have a thermometer you can tell if the oil is ready for each batch when a un-popped popcorn kernel is dropped in and pops immediately!).
- Take the formed dough and gently place it into the oil, being careful not to splatter the hot oil. Press down on the dough as it fries so the top is submersed into the hot oil. Fry until brown, and then flip to fry the other side. Each side will take about 3 to 4 minutes.
- The bread can be kept warm in a 200°F oven for up to 1 hour. They refrigerate well and can be reheated in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- Make the Tacos:.
- In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, brown ground meat and onions until cooked; add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Place Fry Bread, cupped side up, on separate plates. Layer ground meat, lettuce, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, and green chiles onto top of each Fry Brad. Top with sour cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.5, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 137.1, Sodium 947.9, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 6.1, Protein 41.1
Tips:
- Use the right flour. All-purpose flour will work, but bread flour or a blend of all-purpose and bread flour will give you a chewier fry bread.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the fry bread tough.
- Let the dough rest. Letting the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before frying will help it develop flavor and texture.
- Fry the bread in hot oil. The oil should be at least 375 degrees Fahrenheit before you add the dough. This will help the bread cook evenly and prevent it from becoming greasy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. Fry the bread in batches so that it has room to cook evenly.
- Drain the bread on paper towels. This will help remove excess oil.
- Serve the fry bread immediately. Fry bread is best served warm.
Conclusion:
Fry bread tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fry bread tacos a try!
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