**Discover the Delicious World of Fry Bread Tacos: A Culinary Journey Through Native American and Mexican Flavors**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with fry bread tacos, a delectable fusion of Native American and Mexican cuisines. These tacos feature crispy, golden-brown fry bread as the base, a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of Native American tribes. Topped with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, the tacos burst with a symphony of flavors, accented by the freshness of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and the tangy zest of cheese. Drizzled with a creamy, slightly spicy sauce, each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Explore the diverse world of fry bread tacos through three distinct recipes, each offering a unique take on this beloved dish. Whether you prefer the classic combination of beef and cheddar, the zesty kick of green chili, or the smoky allure of chipotle sauce, these recipes will guide you in creating an unforgettable taco experience. So prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the rich heritage and vibrant flavors of fry bread tacos.
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
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.
EASY FRY BREAD TACOS
My niece gave me this hearty recipe. It came from a Native American friend of hers in Eufaula, Oklahoma.-Robin Wells, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Allow dough to rise according to package directions. Meanwhile, for filling, cook beef and sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning, beans and water. Simmer 15-20 minutes or until the water is almost evaporated; set aside. , After dough rises, punch down. Divide dough into 12 equal balls. Using a small amount of flour, roll each ball into an 6-in. circle (dough will be thin). , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat 1-in. oil to 350°. Gently place 1 dough circle into oil. Fry until golden brown, 1-2 minutes, turning once. Drain tortillas on paper towels; keep warm. Top each tortilla with meat mixture, tomato, onion, lettuce, cheese and taco sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
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.
FRY BREAD I
A traditional North American treat. Serve with jam or honey.
Provided by Rita
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir in 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water. Knead until soft but not sticky. Shape dough into balls about 3 inches in diameter. Flatten into patties 1/2 inch thick, and make a small hole in the center of each patty.
- Fry one at a time in 1 inch of hot shortening, turning to brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 219.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
FRY BREAD TACOS
After enjoying "Navajo tacos" in a restaurant in Window Rock, Arizona, I went home and came up with this recipe. Our daughter's school roommate, a Navajo Indian, helped my improve the fry bread. I've served this often-both at home and on the ranch where I work-and everyone loves it!—Thelma Tyler, Dragoon, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 12 tacos.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients; cut in shortening as for pastry. Add water gradually, mixing to form a firm ball. Divide into 12 balls; let rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Roll each ball into 6-in. circle. Cut 1/2-in.-diameter hole in center of each circle. , Heat 1 in. oil in Dutch oven to 400°. Slip each circle into oil; fry each side for 1 minute or until puffed and golden. Drain; serve warm with butter, honey and fresh lemon juice. , To make taco, cook the beef, onion and seasonings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans; cook 5 minutes. Place fry bread on a baking pan; spread each bread with 1/2 cup taco mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and chilies. , Bake at 350° until cheese is melted. Serve with lettuce, tomato and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Flour: For authentic fry bread, use all-purpose flour for a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior.
- Temperature Control: Keep the oil at a steady temperature of 375°F (190°C) to ensure the fry bread cooks evenly and doesn't burn.
- Don't Crowd the Pan: Fry the fry bread in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and lowering the oil temperature.
- Perfect Taco Filling: Use a combination of ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, onions, and your favorite taco toppings for a delicious filling.
- Assortment of Sauces: Offer a variety of sauces, including salsa, sour cream, and guacamole, to cater to different preferences.
Conclusion:
Fry bread tacos are a delectable and versatile dish that combines the crispy texture of fry bread with the flavorful fillings of traditional tacos. By following the tips and recipe provided, you can create authentic fry bread tacos that are sure to impress your family and friends. Experiment with different fillings and toppings to create unique and personalized taco combinations. Whether you prefer classic ground beef or adventurous fillings like barbacoa or carnitas, fry bread tacos are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on any occasion. So gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to indulge in this Native American and Mexican fusion dish that's packed with flavor and cultural heritage.
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