How to Make Oklahoma Indian Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Oklahoma Indian Tacos, also known as Indian fry bread tacos, are a beloved and iconic dish in Oklahoma and throughout Native American communities across the United States. This hearty and flavorful dish has a long history rooted in Native American culture and traditions, and it continues to be a staple at powwows, festivals, and family gatherings.

The foundation of Oklahoma Indian Tacos is the fry bread, a simple yet versatile bread that is deep-fried until golden and delicious. The fry b...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • ¼ onion, chopped
  • ½ (1.25 ounce) package spicy chili seasoning mix
  • 1 (15 ounce) can ranch-style beans
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is brown and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease.
  • Stir in chili seasoning mix, ranch-style beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until mixture is thick, about 10 minutes; let simmer while you finish the remaining steps.
  • Mix self-rising flour with buttermilk in a bowl (dough will be very sticky). Scoop up about 1/4 cup dough and gently pat into a 5-inch circle on a well-floured work surface; repeat with remaining dough.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Fry a dough circle in hot oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Fry bread will expand in size as it cooks. Drain on paper towels and place on a baking sheet. Transfer to the oven to keep warm while you finish frying remaining dough pieces.
  • Top fried bread with ground beef mixture and serve.
  • Nutrition

    588 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 1569mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 256mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 572mg