Description
This Homemade Navajo Taco Fry Bread Recipe captures cherished family memories with a crispy exterior and soft, pillowy interior. It’s a comforting dish that brings people together, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 cup hot water
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Toppings: chili beans, taco meat, lettuce, tomato, avocado, olives
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 Tbsp. baking powder, and 1 tsp. salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
- Add 1 cup of hot water to the dry ingredients. Mix with your hands until a dough forms. The dough should feel slightly sticky but manageable. If it’s too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time.
- Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period allows the gluten to relax, making it easier to roll out.
- While the dough is resting, heat 1-2 inches of vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Use a thermometer to check that the oil reaches 350°F.
- After the dough has rested, break off golf ball-sized pieces of dough and roll each into a ball. Aim for about 12 balls total.
- On a floured surface, take each ball and roll it out into a circle about 6-7 inches in diameter. Make sure to keep the dough floured to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place a rolled-out dough circle into the hot oil. Fry until it turns golden brown and puffs up, about 20 seconds.
- Flip the fry bread and cook for another 10-20 seconds until golden on the other side. Use a slotted spoon to remove it from the oil and set it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Keep the fried bread warm in the oven (set to 200°F) while you repeat the frying process with the remaining dough.
- Once all the fry bread is ready, spread chili beans and taco meat over each piece. Top with lettuce, tomato, avocado, olives, or any other toppings you prefer. Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Monitor the oil temperature using a thermometer to ensure it is at 350°F for best frying results. You can customize toppings based on your preferences.