navajo fry bread

Palmdale, CA
Updated on Nov 4, 2012

Navajo Fry bread my family's favorite. topped with Pinto Beans lettuce tomatoes and cheese. Or as a dessert with honey or sprinkle powdered sugar

prep time
cook time
method Deep Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 cups oil frying

How To Make navajo fry bread

  • Step 1
    To make fry bread – in a bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in milk and mix until the dough comes together and forms a ball. On floured surface kneed the dough until its smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Heat oil in a deep skillet (oil should be at least 1 ½” deep) to 365 degrees. Break off ¾ cup sized pieces of the dough and shape into round discs that are about ¼” in thickness. Make a thinner depressed area in the center. Fry the bread (1 piece at a time) in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Turn only once. Drain on paper towels.
  • Step 3
    Add your favorite toppings

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