Description
This Indian Frybread recipe offers a simple and delicious way to make golden, crispy fried bread with a soft interior. Perfect as a versatile base, it can be served sweet with powdered sugar or honey, or savory with taco fillings and your favorite toppings. Ready in just 35 minutes, this traditional treat is a crowd-pleaser for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for the dough)
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying, about 2 inches deep in the pan)
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar
- Honey
- Taco fillings (ground beef, beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa)
- Cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to create the dry base.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the warm water and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, stirring the mixture until it forms a soft dough.
- Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough gently for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more flour if sticky or more water if too dry.
- Rest the Dough: Cover the dough with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to relax the gluten, making it easier to shape.
- Divide and Shape: After resting, divide the dough into small balls roughly the size of a golf ball. Roll each out on a floured surface into a flat circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat Oil: In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until a small piece of dough sizzles upon contact.
- Fry the Bread: Carefully place the flattened dough circles into the hot oil one at a time, avoiding overcrowding. Fry each side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping with tongs.
- Drain: Remove the frybread from oil and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve: Enjoy the frybread immediately while hot, topped with your choice of powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon sugar, or savory taco fillings.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent greasy frybread.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Use fresh vegetable oil for best flavor and texture.
- Frybread is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in a skillet.
