Best Simple Fry Bread Recipes

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FRY BREAD I



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A traditional North American treat. Serve with jam or honey.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
4 cups shortening for frying

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir in 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water. Knead until soft but not sticky. Shape dough into balls about 3 inches in diameter. Flatten into patties 1/2 inch thick, and make a small hole in the center of each patty.
  • Fry one at a time in 1 inch of hot shortening, turning to brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 219.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

FRY BREAD



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Whilte taking a trip to the Grand Canyon, my family drove through the Navajo reservation and stopped at a little cafe for dinner. I complimented the young waiter on the delicious Indian fry bread and he gave me the recipe. It is very easy to make. -Mildred Stephenson, Hartselle, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup hot water
Oil for deep-fat frying
Seasoned Taco Meat, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeno pepper, shredded lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in hot water to form a soft dough. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes., Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in. circle. , In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry bread in hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

NATIVE AMERICAN FRY BREAD



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It's been a favorite of mine since I was little that my grandma made every year for Christmas.

Provided by Nikki

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 44m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 (.25 ounce) package quick-rise yeast
2 cups warm water
oil for frying

Steps:

  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
  • Dissolve yeast in the warm water in a small bowl. Pour into the middle of the flour mixture. Mix together lightly and rapidly until dough is moist and soft. Allow dough to rise slightly, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pinch off a 2-inch piece of dough with well-floured fingers. Stretch it into a round 5 to 6 inches in diameter, working in more flour if needed.
  • Deep-fry dough until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining dough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 476.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

HOMEMADE FRY BREAD



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Crispy, doughy and totally delicious, this fry bread is fantastic with nearly any sweet or savory toppings you can think of. We love it with a little butter, a drizzle of honey and a squeeze of lemon. -Thelma Tyler, Dragoon, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups unbleached flour
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4-1/2 teaspoons shortening
2/3 to 3/4 cup water
Oil for deep-fat frying
Butter, honey and lemon juice, optional

Steps:

  • Combine flour, dry milk powder, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Add water gradually, mixing to form a firm ball. Divide dough; shape into 12 balls. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Roll each ball into a 6-in. circle. With a sharp knife, cut a 1/2-in.-diameter hole in center of each. , In a large cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry dough circles, one at a time, until puffed and golden, about 1 minute on each side. Drain on paper towels; if desired, serve warm with butter, honey and fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

NAVAJO FRY BREAD II



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As far as I know this is the original recipe for Navajo Bread. It's is great with honey and butter. The Navajo put chiles, cheese, onion, lettuce and beans on it, and call them Nava Tacos.

Provided by SAUNDRA

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups oil for frying
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons salt
2 ½ cups warm milk

Steps:

  • In a large heavy bottomed frying pan, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil or lard to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and milk; mix well. When the dough has pulled together, form it into small balls and pat them flat.
  • Place 3 or 4 at a time into the hot oil. When the rounds begin to bubble, flip them over and cook until golden. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1914.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

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