Description
Loaded Fry Bread Tacos (Indian Tacos) are made with crispy, fluffy homemade fry bread and topped with seasoned beef, fresh vegetables, and creamy toppings for a fun and filling meal.
Ingredients
- For the fry bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Oil for frying
- For the taco topping:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- For serving:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add warm water, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead lightly, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into small balls and flatten into thin rounds.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each piece until golden and puffed, flipping once. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Add diced onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until thickened.
- To assemble, place fry bread on a plate. Top with seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and green onions.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for shredded chicken, turkey, or seasoned beans for variety.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Store fry bread and toppings separately for best results when reheating.
- Fry bread can be made ahead and frozen for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Native American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fry bread taco
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
