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Navajo Fry Bread

A traditional Native American flatbread that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, often served with various toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Native American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup water adjust as needed
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add water and mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Fry the Bread
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Carefully place the rolled dough into the hot oil.
  4. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve warm with honey, powdered sugar, or as a base for tacos.

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