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Homemade Navajo Taco Recipe

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This Homemade Navajo Taco recipe features crispy, golden-fried bread topped with flavorful chili beans, seasoned taco meat, and fresh vegetables. A beloved Native American dish, it’s perfect for a hearty meal that combines the satisfying crunch of fry bread with classic taco fixings all made from scratch.

Ingredients

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Fry Bread

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup hot water
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 1-2 inches deep in skillet)

Toppings

  • Chili beans (cooked)
  • Taco meat (seasoned ground beef or preferred meat)
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Tomato, diced
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Olives, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Pour in the hot water and mix with your hands until a slightly sticky dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes to relax the gluten for easier rolling.
  2. Heat the Oil: Meanwhile, pour vegetable oil into a medium skillet to reach 1-2 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high until it reaches about 350°F, ideal for frying.
  3. Shape the Dough: Break off dough pieces roughly the size of a golf ball. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a circle approximately 6-7 inches in diameter, keeping the dough even in thickness for uniform frying.
  4. Fry the Bread: Working in batches, carefully place each dough circle into the hot oil. Fry for about 20 seconds until golden and puffed, then flip and fry for another 10-20 seconds. Remove with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. To keep bread warm during frying, place finished pieces in a warm oven.
  5. Add Toppings and Serve: Spread chili beans and taco meat generously over each piece of fry bread. Top with lettuce, tomato, avocado, olives, or any preferred toppings. Serve warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Be cautious of oil temperature to prevent burning or undercooking the fry bread.
  • Use a thermometer for accurate oil temperature if possible; 350°F is ideal for frying.
  • Keep fried bread warm in the oven (around 200°F) to serve all warm at once.
  • The dough can be kept slightly sticky, but if too wet, add a bit more flour when rolling.
  • Customize toppings to your taste, adding cheese, sour cream, or jalapeños if desired.

Keywords: Navajo taco, fry bread, homemade taco, Native American recipe, fried bread tacos

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