For a sweeter treat, drizzle with honey, jam, or powdered sugar immediately after frying. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time. Ensure the oil is hot enough for optimal crispness. A candy thermometer is helpful for this.
Navaho Indian Fry Bread
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS72
Experience the simple pleasure of authentic fry bread! These golden, puffy delights are perfect as a savory side or a sweet treat. Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate1 g
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Cholesterol1 mg
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Protein0 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium271 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Heat oil in a heavy skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Sift flour, baking powder, powdered milk, and salt together into a large bowl. Pour water over flour mixture; stir until a sticky dough forms. Form dough into a ball using floured hands. (5 minutes)
03
Step
10 mins
Shape dough into 4 even-sized balls; flatten into 1/2-inch-thick patties, and make a small hole in the center of each patty. (10 minutes)
04
Step
11 mins
Fry dough in hot oil until golden, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. (10-12 minutes)
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Casper Hamill
May 6, 2025So glad I found this recipe. It's a taste of home.
Rachelle Balistreri
Apr 21, 2025Quick and satisfying, a delightful treat for any occasion.
Dagmar Lind
Mar 12, 2025The key is definitely to keep the oil at the right temperature. Once I got that right, the fry bread was perfect!
Willy Bartoletti
Mar 11, 2025Used this recipe for a school project - everyone enjoyed learning about and eating the fry bread!
Jarrett Muller
Mar 9, 2025My dough was a little too sticky, so I added a bit more flour. It worked out great!
Elaina Walker
Feb 21, 2025I added a pinch of sugar to the dough for a slightly sweeter taste. Delicious!
Mireya Tromp
Jan 20, 2025This is a great base recipe. I tried it with different toppings, both sweet and savory, and it was amazing!
Laurel Schiller
Jan 12, 2025The fry bread turned out perfectly golden and crispy. Thank you for sharing!
Wilburn Hartmann
Oct 15, 2024This recipe is so easy to follow! My family loved it.