Description
Traditional Indian Fry Bread is a soft, chewy, and crispy flatbread that can be served plain or topped with sweet or savory ingredients. It’s perfect for making Navajo tacos or enjoying with honey and powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
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Mix the Dough: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk and stir until the dough begins to form a ball.
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Knead the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and knead the dough gently, being careful not to overwork it. Once the dough is smooth, place it in a bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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Heat the Oil: In a deep frying pan or kettle, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). You will need at least 1 inch of oil in the bottom of the pan.
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Divide and Roll the Dough: After the dough has chilled, divide it into four equal portions. Lightly flour your surface again, then pat and roll out each portion into a disc about ¼ inch thick. Use your finger or a knife to poke a small hole in the center of each disc (this helps the dough fry evenly).
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Fry the Bread: Carefully place each dough disc into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on one side (about 1-2 minutes), then flip and fry the other side until golden brown (another 1-2 minutes). The bread should be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
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Drain and Serve: Remove the fry bread from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve with your favorite toppings like honey, powdered sugar, or use it as a base for Navajo tacos.
Notes
- Make sure not to over-knead the dough, as this can make the bread tough.
- For a savory twist, top the fry bread with taco fillings like seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese to make Navajo tacos.
- For a sweeter version, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 disc
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg