Fry Bread

Name: Fry Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp baking powder; ½ tsp salt; ¾ cup warm water or milk; Oil for frying

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Fry Bread is a soft and crispy fried flatbread made from simple pantry ingredients like flour, baking powder, salt, and water or milk. This fry bread recipe creates golden, fluffy bread with a crisp outside and tender inside, perfect for serving sweet or savory toppings.

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Fry Bread Ingredients Directions Notes

Origin of Fry Bread

Fry Bread has deep roots in Native American cuisine and history. It was created from government-issued ingredients during times of hardship and has become an important cultural food in many Native American communities.

Why It’s Loved

Fry Bread is loved for its versatility and delicious texture. It can be served with honey, powdered sugar, taco toppings, or enjoyed plain.

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Fry Bread

Recipe by RecipesVilla

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

210

kcal

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
¾ cup warm water or milk
Oil for frying

Directions

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add warm water or milk and mix into a soft dough.
Knead lightly and let rest for 5–10 minutes.
Divide dough into small balls and flatten into rounds.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry each piece until golden brown on both sides.
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

Notes

Serving Suggestion: Top with honey, cinnamon sugar, or taco meat and cheese.
Tip: Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
Storage: Best enjoyed fresh.

Oliver Bennett

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