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Navajo fry bread tacos: Taste the tradition today!

Navajo fry bread tacos
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Navajo fry bread tacos are a delicious and traditional dish made with soft, fluffy fry bread topped with seasoned meat, beans, and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can refried beans
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add warm water gradually and knead until a soft dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them into discs.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry each disc until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels.
  6. In a skillet, cook the ground meat until browned, then add taco seasoning and water as per package instructions.
  7. Warm the refried beans in a separate pot.
  8. Assemble the tacos by placing refried beans on the fry bread, followed by the seasoned meat, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • Fry bread can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.
  • Feel free to customize toppings based on personal preference.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with sautéed vegetables or beans.

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