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Fry Bread Tacos

Fry Bread Tacos

These Fry Bread Tacos feature golden, crispy fry bread topped with seasoned taco meat, beans, cheese, lettuce, and fresh toppings for a hearty, customizable meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Fry Bread
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 –3 cups oil for frying
  • Toppings
  • 1 pound seasoned taco meat
  • 2 cups refried beans
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado diced

Method
 

  1. Make the fry bread dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Slowly add warm water, mixing until a soft dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Shape the dough: Divide dough into 6 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a disk about 1/4-inch thick.
  3. Fry the bread: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each dough disk for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Prepare taco meat: While bread is resting, cook ground beef with taco seasoning until browned and fully cooked. Heat refried beans.
  5. Assemble tacos: Spread a layer of refried beans over each piece of fry bread. Top with taco meat, cheese, lettuce, avocado, salsa, and sour cream.
  6. Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite taco toppings.

Notes

  • Active time: 20 minutes
  • Resting time: 30 minutes (dough)
  • Fry bread should puff up when fried; if not, ensure your oil is hot enough.
  • Keep fry bread warm in a low oven (200°F) while cooking the rest.