Navajo Fry Bread Recipe

Name: Navajo Fry Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups unbleached flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 4-1/2 teaspoons shortening; 2/3 to 3/4 cup water; Oil for deep-fat frying; 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Pepper to taste; 2 cans (15 ounces each) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce); 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies; 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; Shredded lettuce; Salsa

Servings: persons

2 cups unbleached flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 teaspoons baking powder
4-1/2 teaspoons shortening
2/3 to 3/4 cup water
Oil for deep-fat frying
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
2 cans (15 ounces each) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Shredded lettuce
Salsa

1
Mix dry ingredients; cut in shortening as for pastry. Add water gradually, mixing to form a firm ball. Divide into 12 balls; let rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Roll each ball into 6-in. circle. Cut 1/2-in.-diameter hole in center of each circle.
2
Heat 1 in. oil in Dutch oven to 400u00b0. Slip each circle into oil; fry each side for 1 minute or until puffed and golden. Drain; serve warm with butter, honey and fresh lemon juice.
3
To make taco, cook the beef, onion and seasonings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans; cook 5 minutes. Place fry bread on a baking pan; spread each bread with 1/2 cup taco mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and chilies.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 until cheese is melted. Serve with lettuce, tomato and salsa.

1256

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups unbleached flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Navajo Fry Bread falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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