Indian Tacos with Yeast Fry Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 pound ground chicken or beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Yeast Fry Bread ingredients: (see below)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
• Other toppings: fresh cilantro, avocado, tomato, etc. (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes yeast fry bread preparation)
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the yeast fry bread dough by combining flour, yeast, sugar, and warm water in a bowl. Knead until smooth and set aside to rise.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the ground chicken or beef, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3. When the dough has risen, roll it out to make small tortillas or bread slices.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the bread until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
5. Heat a separate pan with the meat mixture and cook until fully heated and cooked through.
6. Place the meat in the center of the fried bread and fold over to make tacos.
7. Top with desired toppings such as fresh cilantro, avocado, tomato, etc.

Nutritional Information: (per serving) Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on meat and toppings) Fat: Approx. 20-30g Carbohydrates: Approx. 40-50g Protein: Approx. 20-30g (Note: Nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients and quantities used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of Indian and Mexican flavors in a taco format.
• Yeast fry bread provides a crispy and unique texture to the tacos.
• Can be customized with various toppings to suit different tastes.

User Comments:

1. "The yeast fry bread was a unique addition to the tacos, added a great crunch!"
2. "The Indian flavors were subtle but definitely noticeable, really enjoyed the combination."
3. "Great dish for someone looking for something new and different in a taco."
4. "Toppings made it easy to customize to my own taste."
5. "The only thing I would change is using leaner meat to reduce the overall fat content."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use warm water for activating the yeast in the fry bread dough.
• For best results, use fresh ingredients for the meat mixture and toppings.
• Adjust seasoning to taste, depending on personal preference.