Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe
Navajo Tacos are a special and delicious meal. They use a fluffy fry bread base. This Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe is very simple.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Heavy frying pan or skillet.
- Tongs or a slotted spoon.
- Paper towels
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 1 cup warm water.
- Oil for frying vegetable or lard.
- 1 pound cooked ground beef.
- 2 cups shredded lettuce.
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes.
- 1 cup shredded cheese.
- 1 cup pinto beans.
Instructions
- Put flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl. Whisk them together until they are well mixed.
- Slowly pour the warm water into the flour. Stir gently until a soft dough forms.
- Rub flour on your hands. Knead the dough lightly for three minutes. Do not overwork it.
- Cover the bowl with a clean cloth. Let it sit for 30 minutes. This makes it fluffy.
- Fill your pan with one inch of oil. Heat it until it is very hot.
- Pull off a small piece of dough. Pat it into a flat, thin circle.
- Slide the dough into the hot oil. Fry each side until it turns golden brown.
- Place the fried bread on paper towels. Top with meat, beans, cheese, and veggies.
Notes
- Use warm water for a softer texture.
- Make sure your oil is hot enough.
- Do not roll the dough too thick.
- Serve them immediately while they are hot.
- Let the dough rest for the best rise.