Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

Why Make This Recipe

Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile are a delicious and satisfying meal. This recipe combines crispy fry bread with flavorful ground beef, spicy green chile, and fresh toppings. It’s perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite toppings to suit everyone’s taste.

How to Make Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

Ingredients:

• 4 fry bread rounds (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup New Mexico green chile (chopped or sauce)
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Lettuce (shredded)
• Tomatoes (diced)
• Onions (chopped)
• Sour cream

Directions:

1. Prepare the fry bread according to package instructions or make from scratch.
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
3. Drain excess fat and add chopped New Mexico green chile to the cooked beef, stirring to combine.
4. Assemble the tacos by placing a fry bread round on a plate, topping it with the beef and chile mixture, followed by shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions, and a dollop of sour cream.
5. Serve immediately.

How to Serve Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

Serve Navajo Tacos hot and fresh. Place each taco on individual plates, allowing everyone to add their own toppings. You can serve extra sour cream and diced veggies on the side for those who want more. This dish is often enjoyed with a refreshing drink like iced tea or lemonade.

How to Store Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

If you have leftovers, store the ingredients separately. Place the fry bread in an airtight container, and keep the beef mixture and toppings in separate containers in the fridge. To reheat, warm the beef mixture in a skillet and serve it on freshly made fry bread.

Tips to Make Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

• For homemade fry bread, use a simple recipe with flour, baking powder, salt, and water.
• Adjust the spice level by adding more or less green chile based on your preference.
• Try using different types of cheese, like cheddar or pepper jack, for a unique flavor twist.

Variation

You can make a vegetarian version by replacing ground beef with black beans or lentils. This keeps the dish hearty while catering to different dietary preferences.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chile?
Yes, you can use any type of green chile you prefer, but New Mexico green chile adds a unique flavor.

Can I freeze the leftovers?
You can freeze the beef mixture, but it’s best to consume the fry bread fresh. Thaw and reheat the beef before serving.

Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Absolutely! You can adjust the toppings and spice level to make it kid-friendly, and kids love to assemble their own tacos.

Navajo Tacos with New Mexico Green Chile

Delicious Navajo tacos featuring crispy fry bread, flavorful ground beef, spicy New Mexico green chile, and fresh toppings, perfect for gatherings and customizable for various tastes.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Fry Bread

• 4 pieces fry bread rounds (store-bought or homemade) Use store-bought for quicker preparation or make from scratch.

Meat and Chile

• 1 lb ground beef Cooked until browned.
• 1 cup New Mexico green chile (chopped or sauce) Adjust the spice level as desired.

Toppings

• 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or pepper jack works well.
• Lettuce (shredded) For freshness.
• Tomatoes (diced) Add your preferred amount.
• Onions (chopped) To taste.
• Sour cream For serving.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Prepare the fry bread according to package instructions or make from scratch.
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
3. Drain excess fat and add chopped New Mexico green chile to the cooked beef, stirring to combine.

Assembly

1. Assemble the tacos by placing a fry bread round on a plate.
2. Top with the beef and chile mixture, followed by shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions, and a dollop of sour cream.
3. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve Navajo Tacos hot and fresh, allowing everyone to add their own toppings. Extra sour cream and diced veggies can be served on the side. Store leftovers separately in airtight containers in the fridge to maintain freshness. For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with black beans or lentils.