Description

Homemade Navajo Tacos feature crispy, airy Indian Fry Bread topped with seasoned ground beef and fresh taco toppings for a comforting and customizable meal perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1 tbsp granulated sugar

3/4 cup warm water (plus more if needed)

1 tbsp vegetable oil (for the dough)

Vegetable oil (for frying)

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)

1 can (15 oz) refried beans (optional)

Lettuce, shredded

Tomatoes, diced

Cheddar cheese, shredded

Sour cream (optional)

Salsa (optional)

Jalapeños, sliced (optional)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Add vegetable oil and warm water gradually, stirring until a dough forms. Adjust with more water or flour as needed.
Knead dough for 3-4 minutes until smooth.
Divide dough into 6-8 balls and roll each into a 6-8 inch flat disc.
Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry each dough disc 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
In another skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon.
Drain fat, add taco seasoning and a little water if needed, simmer 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Place fry bread on plates, spread refried beans if using, then spoon seasoned beef on top.
Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and other toppings like sour cream, salsa, or jalapeños.
Serve immediately and enjoy the contrast of crispy bread and fresh toppings.

Notes

Indian Fry Bread is traditionally fried, but can be baked for a less crispy texture.

Store fry bread separately at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in a skillet or oven.

Taco filling can be refrigerated 3-4 days and reheated gently.

Customize protein with ground turkey, chicken, lentils, or black beans for vegetarian options.

Add spices like cumin or chili powder to fry bread dough for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Native American / Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 400
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 50mg