Indian Fry Bread is a traditional Native American recipe that produces soft, pillowy, and crispy bread perfect for serving with savory or sweet toppings.
Preparation time
40min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
- 360 milliliters warm water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2
Gradually add the warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Step 4
Divide the dough into small balls, then flatten each ball into a round disk about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Fry each dough disk in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 7
Drain the fry bread on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the fry bread warm with your favorite toppings.