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native american fry bread

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Jacki Gamboe
Arnold, CA

My husband is 1/4 Cherokee and loves to eat this bread plain. My children love to experiment with different toppings. I like to use the fry bread for Native American Tacos.

(2 ratings)
yield 8 or more
prep time 35 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For native american fry bread

  • 2 c
    all purpose flour, plus more if needed
  • 1 Tbsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 c
    milk, room temp or evap milk
  • vegatable shortening, veg oil or peanut oil for frying
  • honey or cinnamon/sugar optional toppings

How To Make native american fry bread

  • 1
    Sift flour, baking powder, and salt in med bowl make a well in center. Pour in milk. Stir until dough comes together in a shaggy mass. Knead briefly (about 10 turns) sprinkling extra flour so as not be too sticky. Let rest, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • 2
    Heat about 4-5 inches of oil in a deep skillet or electric fryer (375 degrees). Divide dough into 8-10 balls and pat or roll out each one to about 4 inches in diameter to form a flat disc. Fry in oil 2-3 mins each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with Cinnamon/sugar, powdered sugar, enjoy plain, or use as the base for taco mixings.

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