Easy Budget REcipes
about $1,53/serving
This is a great recipe because it provides a base for the taco meat but allows for customization with your favorite toppings. There will be something for everyone!
TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR
1 cup warm water 1 Tablespoon active yeast ¼ cup olive oil 1 Tablespoon sugar 2 ½ – 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups vegetable oil for frying 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef 3 Tablespoons taco seasoning 1 teaspoon onion powder 15.5 oz can chili beans undrained
Add the ground beef and cook over medium-high heat until browned.
Stir in the taco seasoning, onion powder, and chili beans to beef and cook until mixture is slightly thickened.
In a large bowl mix together water, yeast, olive oil, and sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes. Add flour by the ½ cup-fill until the dough is no longer sticks to the bottom of the bowl.
Cover and let the dough rise for 10 minutes.
*While the dough rises, add vegetable oil to a large deep skillet. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F.
Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Roll out each piece into a 4-inch circle.
Place rolled dough, one piece at a time, into the hot oil. Cook for 20-30 seconds per side, or until golden brown.