Navajo Tacos with Green Chile

Navajo Tacos with Green Chile combine fluffy fry bread with savory taco toppings and a rich, flavorful green chile sauce. Here’s a full breakdown of how to make them at home:

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🌮 Navajo Tacos with Green Chile

🧄 Ingredients

For the Fry Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup warm water (adjust as needed)

• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Taco Toppings:

• 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 (15 oz) can pinto or black beans, drained

• Salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder to taste

For the Green Chile Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon oil or butter

• 2 tablespoons flour

• 1½ cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 cup roasted green chile (Hatch preferred), chopped

• Salt and garlic powder to taste

Optional Toppings:

• Shredded lettuce

• Diced tomatoes

• Shredded cheese

• Sour cream

• Diced onions

• Cilantro

• Lime wedges

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🥣 Directions

1. Make the Fry Bread:

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. Add warm water gradually and mix until a dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth.

3. Divide into 4–6 pieces. Roll or pat each piece into a 6–8 inch circle.

4. Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.

5. Fry each dough circle until golden brown and puffed, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

2. Cook the Taco Meat:

1. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in a little oil until soft.

2. Add ground meat, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until browned.

3. Stir in beans and cook until heated through. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Green Chile Sauce:

1. In a saucepan, melt butter or heat oil, then whisk in the flour to make a roux.

2. Slowly whisk in broth and cook until slightly thickened.

3. Add green chile, season with salt and garlic powder, and simmer for 5–10 minutes.

4. Assemble the Navajo Tacos:

1. Place fry bread on a plate.

2. Spoon on taco meat and beans.

3. Drizzle generously with green chile sauce.

4. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and other toppings of choice.

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👨‍🍳 Tips

• Fry Bread Shortcut: Use store-bought biscuit dough in a pinch.

• Spice Level: Add jalapeños or hot green chile for more heat.

• Vegetarian Option: Skip the meat and double up on beans or use grilled squash and corn.