Navajo Fry Bread Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Toppings (Optional):
- Pinto beans
- Taco meat
- Rice
- Salsa
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients. Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Rest the Dough:
- Allow the dough to rest for 15-20 minutes. This helps it relax and makes it easier to work with.
4. Roll and Shape:
- Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a flat, round shape. The thickness can vary depending on your preference.
5. Heat the Oil:
- In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry the Bread:
- Carefully slide each round of dough into the hot oil. Fry for a couple of minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to flip the bread halfway through the cooking process.
7. Drain Excess Oil:
- Place the fried bread on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
8. Optional Toppings:
- Top the Navajo fry bread with your choice of toppings. For a traditional Navajo Taco, consider adding pinto beans, taco meat, rice, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, green onions, and jalapeños.
9. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Navajo fry bread immediately while it’s warm and crispy. Enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures.
Tips:
- Experiment with different toppings to create your own variations, such as sweet options with honey or powdered sugar.
- For a dessert version, top the fry bread with cinnamon sugar or drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauce.
This Navajo Fry Bread recipe is versatile and can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.