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Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe

Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe

Are you ready to make a truly amazing dinner tonight? You should try this classic Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large skillet or cast iron pan
  • Tongs or a large fork
  • Paper towels and a large plate

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Cups All-purpose Flour
  • 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
  • 0.5 Tsp Salt
  • 1.25 Cups Warm Water
  • 2 Cups Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Lb Ground Beef
  • 1 Oz Taco Seasoning
  • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 Cups Lettuce
  • 1 Cup Tomatoes
  • 0.5 Cup Sour Cream

Instructions
 

  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in your large mixing bowl. Pour the warm water into the flour mixture slowly. Stir gently with a fork until a soft dough forms.
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently for about one minute. Do not overwork the dough or it will become too tough.
  • Divide the smooth dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball using your hands. Let the dough balls rest under a clean towel for ten minutes.
  • Heat two inches of vegetable oil in your large skillet. Ensure the oil reaches a hot temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Pat each dough ball into a flat circle. Make them about one-half inch thick and six inches wide. Poke a small hole in the center of each circle.
  • Place one dough circle into the hot oil carefully. Fry it for about one to two minutes until the bottom turns golden brown.
  • Flip the bread over using your tongs safely. Fry the second side for another one minute until it puffs up beautifully.
  • Remove the golden bread from the hot oil. Place it on paper towels to drain the excess oil completely.
  • Brown your ground beef in a separate pan over medium heat. Drain the grease and stir in your favorite taco seasoning mix.
  • Place one warm piece of fry bread onto a clean serving plate. Spoon a large scoop of the hot seasoned beef directly onto the bread.
  • Top the meat with plenty of shredded cheddar cheese immediately. Add a handful of lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use warm water to help the dough form quickly and stay very soft.
  • Do not overmix the dough or the bread will turn out too dense.
  • Let the dough rest so it is easy to stretch into circles.
  • Keep the oil temperature steady so the bread cooks evenly without burning.
  • Poke a hole in the center to prevent big bubbles from forming.
  • Serve the tacos immediately while the fry bread is hot and crisp.
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