California Style Indian Fry Bread Tacos

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 0
California Style Indian Fry Bread Tacos packed with flavor
in Tacos

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup unbleached flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon powdered milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup water
vegetable oil ( for frying )
1 lb ground beef
1 cup diced onion
salt and pepper
1 head lettuce , shredded
3 tomatoes , diced
2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded
1 can diced green chilies , drained
sour cream ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
570
Sugar
6g
Fat
31g
California Style Indian Fry Bread Tacos are a twist on the classic American Indian dish. The fry bread is a type of deep-fried dough, which is topped with ingredients of your choice. California style adds seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and diced green chilies, offering a variety of flavors and textures. It is a perfect dish for casual dinners, parties or gathering to please guests of all ages and ethnicity.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, mix flour, powdered milk, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and baking powder.
2.Add water and mix well until the dough is smooth.
3.Knead for two minutes and let sit for five minutes.
4.Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet or deep-fryer.
5.Divide the dough into eight portions and roll each into a ball.
6.Flatten each ball into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
7.Fry each taco in hot oil until golden brown, turning once.
8.Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
9.Brown the ground beef and onions in a large skillet, adding salt and pepper to taste.
10.To assemble the tacos, place fry bread on a plate, top with lettuce, tomatoes, beef mixture, cheddar cheese, diced green chilies, and a dollop of sour cream.
11.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

California Style Indian Fry Bread Tacos are packed with flavor and perfect for a casual dinner party.

They are easy to make and highly customizable, allowing you to add or remove any toppings according to your taste.

Fry bread is an American Indian classic, and California style adds a perfect twist to it.

CONS

Fry bread is high in calories and can be a calorie overload when combined with other high-calorie toppings.

Make sure to enjoy in moderation if you are watching your calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Even though fry bread is not the healthiest base for tacos, the toppings can increase the nutritional value of the dish.
Ground beef is a great source of protein, while lettuce and tomatoes offer vitamins and minerals.

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