Description
Navajo fry bread is a delightful, crispy treat that brings warmth and nostalgia to any gathering. With its golden-brown exterior and soft, pillowy inside, this fry bread is perfect for sharing at picnics or cozy nights in. Easy to make and versatile, it can be enjoyed plain or topped with sweet or savory ingredients, making it an irresistible addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup lukewarm water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add lukewarm water while mixing with your hands until a soft dough forms.
- Knead gently on a lightly floured surface for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the dough with a towel and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into equal portions (about golf ball size) and flatten each piece into discs about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each disc for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Native American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use unbleached all-purpose flour for the best texture. - Customize your fry bread by adding herbs to the dough or serving with various toppings like honey or chili. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; reheat in a hot skillet.