Indian Fry Bread Tacos
Indian Fry Bread Tacos feature golden, puffy rounds topped with taco-seasoned beef and tender pinto beans, contrasted by crisp lettuce, sharp Cheddar, and a splash of picante sauce. The combination of warm spices and cool, fresh toppings makes this a fun, crowd-pleasing handheld ideal for casual dinners, game nights, or a weekend gathering.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook22 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Indian Fry Bread Tacos, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 24 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the beans with 2 tablespoons of picante sauce. Cook until warmed through.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the ground beef with the taco seasoning mix; cook until browned. Cover and keep warm while you make the fry bread.
- 3
To make the fry bread: In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and mix until a dough forms. Add more flour if needed so the dough can be handled.
- 4
Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, at least 5 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Break off 3/4 cup portions of dough and shape them into round discs 1/4 inch thick, pressing a slightly thinner area in the center.
- 5
Heat 1 1/2 inches of oil in a large, deep, heavy skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry the dough in the hot oil until golden on both sides, about 3 minutes per side, then drain on paper towels.
- 6
Top the fry bread with the beans, ground beef, lettuce, and Cheddar cheese. Spoon picante sauce over the top.
- Calories 873.86 kcal High 44%
- Protein 43.99 g Good Source 88%
- Carbohydrate 81.15 g 30%
- Total Fat 41.05 g High 53%
- Saturated Fat 18.28 g High 91%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 125.28 mg High 42%
- Sodium 1373.11 mg High 60%
- Dietary Fiber 10.95 g Good Source 39%
- Total Sugars 7.97 g --
- Added Sugars 1.22 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 521.66 mg Good Source 40%
- Iron 7.24 mg Good Source 40%
- Potassium 485.49 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 69.65 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 1.45 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 1.0 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Indian Fry Bread Tacos is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 42 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Cooking Oil, and Ground Beef. Each serving provides about 873.86 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Indian Fry Bread Tacos made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Cooking Oil, Ground Beef, Milk. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Indian Fry Bread Tacos?
- About 42 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 22 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 873.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Indian Fry Bread Tacos easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Indian Fry Bread Tacos healthy?
- Indian Fry Bread Tacos has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 873.86 calories and 43.99 g of protein, or 88% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1373.11 mg (60% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 18.28 g (91% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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