Indian Taco Recipe

Name: Indian Taco
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground chuck or sirloin; Taco seasoning; 1 cup refried beans; 3 cups flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon powdered milk; 1 tablespoon lard or margarine; 1 1/2 cups warm water; Vegetable oil; Grated cheese, as an accompaniment; Chopped tomatoes, as an accompaniment; Chopped onions, as an accompaniment; Chopped green chiles, as an accompaniment; Chopped olives, as an accompaniment; Salsa, as an accompaniment; Sour cream, as an accompaniment

Servings: persons

1 pound ground chuck or sirloin
Taco seasoning
1 cup refried beans
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon powdered milk
1 tablespoon lard or margarine
1 1/2 cups warm water
Vegetable oil
Grated cheese, as an accompaniment
Chopped tomatoes, as an accompaniment
Chopped onions, as an accompaniment
Chopped green chiles, as an accompaniment
Chopped olives, as an accompaniment
Salsa, as an accompaniment
Sour cream, as an accompaniment

1
Brown the beef in saute pan over medium-high heat.
2
Add taco seasoning, to taste.
3
Add refried beans.
4
Mix well and set aside.
5
For the Frybread: Mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and powdered milk.
6
Add lard or margarine and mix.
7
Add water to make dough soft.
8
Refrigerate until use.
9
Dough will keep several days.
10
In a heavy skillet, heat 3/4-inch of oil to 375 degrees F.
11
Pat or roll out dough into about 6 (1/4 to 3/8-inch thick) rounds.
12
Slide into hot oil.
13
Puncture once or twice.
14
Fry until golden brown.
15
Flip the dough over and fry other side to golden brown.
16
Take out and drain on paper towels.
17
Spoon some meat onto hot bread and top with your choice of the following: cheese, tomatoes, onions, green chiles, olives, salsa, and sour cream.

424

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground chuck or sirloin, Taco seasoning, 1 cup refried beans, 3 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Indian Taco falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Taco

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