Fry Bread

Submitted by InAGourmetMinute

"from bobby flay. goes well with chili!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 40mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 8 bread pieces
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons powdered milk
• 2 teaspoons salt, plus more for seasoning after frying
• 5 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 2 cups canola oil, for frying

directions

1. Combine flour, baking powder, milk powder, and salt in a large bowl. Cut the shortening in until the mixture is crumbly. Add the water and mix until the dough comes together. Place on a lightly floured surface and knead lightly until smooth. Cover with a dishcloth and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
2. Heat the oil in a large high-sided saute pan until it reaches 350 degrees F.
3. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll each piece out into a 4-inch circle. Fry the bread in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Remove to a sheet pan lined with paper towels and season with salt.