Description
Crispy, golden Indian fry bread topped with seasoned beef, flavorful beans, and fresh taco toppings—a delicious fusion of Native American fry bread and taco flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Fry Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup warm water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Bean Topping:
- 2 cans (15 oz) pinto beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black or white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
For the Ground Beef:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¼ cup warm water
Taco Toppings of Choice:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Fry Bread Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add warm water, mixing until a dough forms.
- Cover with a clean towel and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
2️⃣ Prepare the Beans:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over low heat.
- Add pinto beans, green chiles, cumin, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Stir well, cover, and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3️⃣ Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup warm water, then simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often.
4️⃣ Fry the Bread:
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.
- Press each piece into a ½-inch thick circle.
- Fry each piece until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
5️⃣ Assemble the Tacos:
- Top each fry bread with seasoned beef, beans, and desired toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Want extra crispy fry bread? Roll the dough slightly thinner before frying.
- Make it vegetarian! Skip the beef and double the seasoned beans.
- Storage: Fry bread is best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes