Description
A delicious, homemade fry bread topped with seasoned ground beef, pinto beans, and your favorite taco toppings! Perfect for a savory dinner or party meal
Ingredients
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For the Fry Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup warm water
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Toppings:
- 2 cans (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (4 oz) green chiles
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black or white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup warm water
- Taco-style toppings of choice (lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, etc.)
Instructions
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Make the Fry Bread:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Add warm water and mix until combined. Cover with a clean towel and let rest.
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Prepare the Toppings:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over low heat. Add pinto beans, green chiles, cumin, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir well, cover, and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain the fat. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often.
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Fry the Bread:
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C). Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Press each piece into a 1/2-inch thick circle. Fry each piece until golden brown on both sides. Drain on a wire rack.
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Assemble the Tacos:
- Top each fry bread with seasoned beef, beans, and your favorite taco toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can make the fry bread dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Try adding your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, or avocado for a customized taco experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (with beef, beans, and toppings)
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg