Indian Fry Bread Tacos
These Indian Fry Bread Tacos feature crisp, golden fry bread with a soft center, ready to be filled with your favorite savory taco toppings for a hearty, satisfying, and fun meal.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil plus 2 to 3 c more for frying
- 2 1/2 c flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 c milk
Instructions
Combine the dry ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, the baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Add the oil.
- Stir 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil into the flour mixture until incorporated.
Add the milk and remaining flour.
- Gradually stir in the milk. Add the remaining 1/2 cup flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
Adjust the dough if needed.
- If the dough is too dry, add a small amount of milk at a time. If the dough is too wet, add a small amount of flour at a time. Knead gently with your hands until the dough comes together. Do not over-knead, as this may make the fry bread tough.
Shape the dough.
- Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into a long cylinder. Cut it into 6 equal pieces.
Form the dough rounds.
- On a lightly floured surface, shape each piece into a round disk approximately 6 inches across. A rolling pin may be used to help flatten the dough evenly. Use a fork to poke a few holes in each disk.
Heat the frying oil.
- Pour enough vegetable oil into a large skillet so that it is 2 to 3 inches deep. Heat over medium heat.
Fry the dough.
- Carefully place one dough disk at a time into the hot oil. Fry until it begins to puff and the underside is lightly golden. Use tongs to turn the dough over and cook the second side until golden brown.
Drain the fry bread.
- Remove each piece from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Assemble the tacos.
- Fill each piece of fry bread with the meat mixture and desired taco toppings before serving.
Notes
To make these Indian Fry Bread Tacos gluten free, replace the flour with a certified gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that contains xanthan gum or a similar binder. Also verify that the baking powder and any taco fillings or toppings are certified gluten free if needed for strict dietary requirements. Because gluten-free dough can behave differently, you may need to adjust the milk or flour slightly to achieve a soft, workable dough. Handle the dough gently and expect a slightly more delicate texture when shaping and frying.