Indian Tacos (And Fry Bread)

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 2
Mouthwatering Indian Tacos recipe with Fry Bread
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fried hamburger
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 large green pepper
1 large onion
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 can red kidney beans
3 teaspoons diced mild green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Tabasco sauce , to taste
1 can refried beans , heated
shredded cheddar cheese
shredded lettuce
diced tomato
sour cream
guacamole
sliced black olives
salsa
2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
hot oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
756
Sugar
5g
Fat
41g
Indian Tacos are a traditional Native American dish that has become popular throughout the United States in recent years. The dish consists of a Fry Bread topped with ground beef, refried beans, and various toppings like lettuce, cheese, and salsa. The texture of the Fry Bread is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the perfect vessel to hold the rich, flavorful beef mixture. The dish is versatile and can be customized to individual preferences by adding or omitting ingredients. Indian Tacos can be served as a snack, main meal or at a gathering with family and friends. They are easy to make and add a unique twist to traditional tacos.

Instructions

1.For the Fry Bread:
2.In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3.Gradually add in the milk, stirring until the mixture forms a dough.
4.Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
5.Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.
6.Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7.Fry each piece of dough for about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
8.Place the Fry Bread on a paper towel to cool and drain excess oil.
9.For the Indian Tacos:
10.In a large skillet, cook the fried hamburger until browned.
11.Add the canned diced tomatoes, diced green pepper, diced onion, cooked rice, red kidney beans, mild green chilies, chili powder, cumin, and Tabasco sauce, and stir to combine.
12.Cook over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
13.Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan over medium heat.
14.To assemble the Indian Tacos, place a Fry Bread on a plate, and spoon some of the beef mixture over the top.
15.Add a scoop of refried beans, shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomato, sour cream, guacamole, sliced black olives, and salsa as desired.
16.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Indian Tacos with Fry Bread are a delicious and hearty dish full of flavors and textures.

The recipe is easy to follow and perfect to have as a snack or main meal with family or friends.

CONS

This recipe is high in sodium and calories, making it a dish to be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The Fry Bread is deep-fried which can be unhealthy if consumed regularly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The ingredients in this recipe offer a range of health benefits.
The beef provides a good source of protein and iron while vegetables like green pepper, onion, and tomato are full of vitamins and dietary fiber.
Beans are a great source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants that help lower blood pressure, improve digestion, and reduce inflammation.

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