Best 7 Indian Fry Bread Navajo Tacos Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with this comprehensive guide to Indian Fry Bread, a delectable Native American flatbread that forms the base for the iconic Navajo Taco. Discover the art of creating this versatile bread from scratch, along with three tantalizing fillings that showcase its versatility.

1. **Classic Navajo Taco**: Experience the harmonious blend of seasoned ground beef, crispy lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy cheese sauce, all nestled within a warm and fluffy fry bread pocket.

2. **Black Bean and Corn Fiesta**: Dive into a vegetarian delight with a hearty filling featuring black beans, sweet corn, bell peppers, and a zesty blend of spices. Topped with a refreshing pico de gallo, this taco is a symphony of flavors and textures.

3. **Sweet Fry Bread**: Indulge in a sweet treat with this unique take on fry bread. Coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, this crispy bread is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.

Whether you prefer savory or sweet, this collection of recipes offers something for every palate. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and prepare to savor the delightful flavors of Indian Fry Bread and its delectable fillings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INDIAN FRY BREAD TACOS



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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

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup hot water
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
Oil for frying
2 tablespoons chopped lettuce
2 tablespoons chopped tomato
2 tablespoons salsa
2 tablespoons sour cream

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.

MOM'S NAVAJO TACOS AND INDIAN FRY BREAD



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Homemade Fry Bread and Navajo Tacos will forever and always be one of my favorite foods! Yes eating healthy is great and all but sometimes we need some all-out comfort food like so. Soft and tender fry bread is topped with a hearty, seasoned ground beef mixture and finished with lots of fresh taco toppings. Deeeelicious!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 Tbsp olive oil
3/4 cup yellow onion, (diced)
2 cloves garlic finely minced
1 lb lean ground beef
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes, drained (or sometimes I used an 8 oz can of tomato sauce instead)
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilis
Salt and pepper, (to taste)
Romaine or Iceberg lettuce, (chopped)
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Roma tomatoes, (diced)
Sour cream
Sliced black olives and chopped cilantro ((optional))
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp rapid rise or active dry yeast
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup warm milk ((110 degrees))
1 Tbsp butter or shortening, (melted)
Vegetable oil, (for frying )

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and saute 2 minutes, add garlic and saute 20 seconds. Scoot mixture to the side then crumble beef into skillet.
  • Season with salt and pepper and cook stirring occasionally and breaking up beef when stirring, until beef has browned and cooked through. Drain fat from beef and return to skillet.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, kidney beans, canned diced tomatoes and green chilis then season mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes (if you used the tomato sauce you can add in a few tbsp of water to thin a little if needed).
  • Using a slotted spoon, spoon mixture over fry bread, then top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and sour cream (and any of the other optional toppings listed). Serve immediately.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, yeast and salt. Whisk melted butter into warm milk and pour milk mixture into dry ingredients.
  • Stir until mixture comes together and slightly forms a ball, dough should be fairly sticky (if needed you can add in a little more flour or a little more water to reach a good consistency but try not to overwork the dough).
  • Cover dough with plastic wrap and allow to rest 5 - 10 minutes.
  • Heat 1 inch of oil in a large cast iron skillet to 350 - 360 degrees over stove top.
  • Divide rested dough into 8 equal pieces.
  • Working with floured hands and one piece of dough at a time (keep other pieces covered with plastic wrap), pat dough out on a lightly floured surface into a 6-inch circle and gently drop into hot oil, and cook until golden brown, then flip and cook opposite side until golden brown.
  • Remove from oil and drain onto a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  • Serve warm with Navajo taco filling.*

NAVAJO TACOS (INDIAN FRY BREAD)



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Deliciously crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, Navajo Tacos made with Indian Fry Bread are topped with a meaty mixture of taco seasoned ground beef and beans, then all the fixings like sour cream, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, and tomatoes!

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Bread

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 27

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water
3 cups oil (for frying)
1 Tablespoon oil
1/2 yellow onion (diced)
1 lb. ground beef
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 15 oz. can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 14.5 oz. can petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 4 oz. can diced green chilies, mild
Sour cream
Shredded cheese
Diced tomatoes
Shredded lettuce
Sliced black olives
Slice avocado
Pico de gallo
Cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the warm water and mix using a fork until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes, then transfer to a clean bowl and cover tightly in plastic wrap. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 8 equal sections by pinching off golf-ball sized balls of dough, then pat and roll out the dough balls into roughly 6-inch discs on a lightly floured surface. Keep them covered with plastic wrap while you prepare to fry them.
  • Heat 3 cups of oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the oil temperature reaches between 350 and 360 degrees F. Working in batches, fry each disc in the hot oil until the dough is golden brown on one side, then carefully flip with tongs and fry on the other side. Set on a paper towel to drain oil and stick in a warm oven to stay hot while the other fry bread is cooked.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, then add the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to soften. Add the meat and brown with the onions.
  • When the meat is no longer pink, add all of the spices, kidney beans, tomatoes, and chilies, and decrease the heat to medium-low. Stir everything together, then cover and simmer for 10 minutes, then use to top Indian fry bread for Navajo tacos.
  • Add any toppings you like to the base of fry bread and taco mixture, piling it high.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 750 mg, Fiber 6 g, Fat 98 g, TransFat 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 84 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRY BREAD TACOS II



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A yummy twist to an old favorite. The fry bread makes the difference. It's a popular request at my house. I do up everything but the fry bread in advance, and just heat up before serving. You can also top with other of your favorite taco toppings, such as onion, sour cream, or guacamole. Leftover fry bread can be used as dessert - coat it with cinnamon and sugar, and drizzle with honey.

Provided by Robyn Bloomquist

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Fry Bread Taco Recipes

Time 47m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, with liquid
½ cup picante sauce, divided
1 pound ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
oil for frying
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Combine beans and 2 tablespoons of picante sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine ground beef and taco seasoning mix in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Cover, and keep warm while you prepare the fry bread.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk 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. Break off 3/4 cup sized pieces of dough, and shape into round discs 1/4 inch in thickness, making a thinner depressed area in the center.
  • Heat 1 1/2 inches oil in a large, deep heavy skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry dough in the hot oil until golden on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Top fry bread with beans, ground beef, lettuce, and Cheddar cheese. Spoon picante sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 808.1 calories, Carbohydrate 76.7 g, Cholesterol 103.4 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 40.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 2254.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

AUTHENTIC NAVAJO INDIAN FRY BREAD (TACO BREAD)



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Step by easy step recipe for a Native American all-purpose flat bread dating back to the nineteenth century. Fry bread is considered a food of inter-tribal unity and is made at all Indian pow wows. It has a crispy outside and a chewy inside. Serve with butter & honey, powdered sugar, or cinnamon & sugar. Or add 'taco' ingredients to the top to make an Indian taco bread salad. You can also fill these with anything then fold them up to eat. Or simply serve plain with soup, stew, etc. *EDITED TO ADD: This is an old recipe and I know many of us no longer use so much salt - if that's the case for you then I suggest REDUCING THE SALT BY HALF.

Provided by GeeWhiz

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 16-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups oil (for frying)
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 cups warm milk (more or less)

Steps:

  • In a heavy large frying pan heat the oil to 365 degrees; Oil is hot enough if a small test piece of dough dropped in the oil begins cooking almost immediately and rises to the top.
  • Mix together dry ingredients in a large bowl; *see note about salt.
  • Gradually add warm milk and mix to make a soft dough.
  • When the dough has pulled together, cover and let sit in a warm place for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Break off a golf ball sized piece of dough and pat it out flat in your hand, no thicker than 1/4 inch.
  • Place 2 or 3 flats at a time into the hot oil and when they begin to bubble flip them over and fry until they're a nice light golden brown.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels then serve hot (keep them covered in a bowl until you're done frying).
  • You can make larger flats; just make sure they're no thicker than 1/4" and fry one at a time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.4, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 1095.6, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.5

AIR FRYER INDIAN FRY BREAD RECIPE (NAVAJO TACOS)



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This fry bread gives the wonderful crispy texture and then layers it with all your favorite taco toppings.

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Main Course

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon baking powder
¾ cup milk
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion (diced)
15 ounces pinto beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
1 ounce low sodium taco seasoning (1 packet)
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded lettuce ((optional topping))
6 Tablespoons sour cream ((optional topping))
6 Tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese ((optional topping))
pico de gallo ((optional topping))
guacamole ((optional topping))
black olives ((optional topping))
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine fry bread dough ingredients with a fork until completely mixed together.
  • Divide dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball, cover with a towel and set aside.
  • Use fingers to press each of the 6 balls into flat discs about 5 inches in diameter. Have the edges be slightly thicker than the centers.
  • Pour vegetable oil onto a shallow plate and coat both sides of each piece of the flattened dough in oil, then lay them in the air fryer basket (depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in a couple of shifts).
  • Set the temperature on the air fryer to 375 degrees and set the time to 10 minutes, then press start.
  • While the dough is in the air fryer, prepare the taco ingredients.
  • While the dough is in the air fryer, prepare the taco ingredients.
  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef and onion until beef is no longer pink. Drain, then add in beans, taco seasoning, and salsa. Let simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  • When time is complete on the air fryer, remove the completed fry bread to a plate and cover with a towel. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • When all fry bread is cooked, serve topped with ground beef mixture and your favorite taco toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 1389 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

INDIAN ( NAVAJO ) FRY BREAD



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Make and share this Indian ( Navajo ) Fry Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by iamawinner

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon oil
1 cup milk, warm
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 teaspoons fast rising yeast (1packet)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet til hot over med-high heat.
  • In a large mixing bowl pour the warm milk then add all dry ingredients and oil.
  • mix into ball of dough.
  • give about 10 minutes for the dough to rise.
  • shape into discs.
  • fry until golden brown (if too crispy the oil is likely not hot enough; The fry bread should turn golden brown fairly quickly).

Tips:

  • For a crispier fry bread, use a large skillet or griddle and cook the bread over medium heat until golden brown.
  • To make the fry bread ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the fry bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze it for up to 2 months. When ready to serve, reheat the fry bread in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through.
  • To make the Navajo taco filling, you can use any combination of ground beef, pork, chicken, or vegetables. Be sure to season the meat or vegetables with your favorite spices.
  • Toppings for Navajo tacos can include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Feel free to get creative with your toppings and use whatever you like.

Conclusion:

Indian fry bread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it as a main course, a side dish, or an appetizer, fry bread is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Indian fry bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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