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Indian Tacos

Indian Tacos are hearty meal that puts a flavorful spin on taco Tuesdays! Visit choresandchow.com
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Native American
Keyword: fry bread, indian tacos, Tacos
Servings: 8
Author: Team-Chow

Ingredients

Fry Bread

  • 4 cups flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • ½ cup powdered milk
  • 2 cups warm water


Taco Filling (You can optionally use your preferred taco filling)

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • ¾ tablespoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon tabasco sauce
  • 1 clove garlic

Instructions

Taco Filling

  • Sauté onion in tablespoon of olive oil. About two minutes
  • Add beef, mix and fry until done
  • Add all other ingredients and mix to form a thick sauce
  • Simmer for about 30 minutes


    Fry Bread

    • Heat deep fryer to 360 degrees
    • In large mixing bowl, combine flower, salt, baking powder, and powdered milk
    • Gently knead in shortening
    • Add warm water and finish kneading by hand
    • Divide dough into 8 equal balls (dough will be very sticky, so dust your hands with flour, as needed)
    • Using your hands, flatten dough into 5-6 inch disks, slightly thinner in the middle
    • Gently place in deep fryer and fry until golden brown, flipping half way through. About 2-3 minutes
    • Remove and place on paper towel lined baking sheet
    • Serve warm with taco filling and top with cheese, lettuce and other favorite taco toppings