Bannock (Indigenous Fry Bread)
A simple and versatile Indigenous Fry Bread recipe perfect for any occasion, made with common ingredients and easy steps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 pieces 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indigenous
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.
- Incorporate the vegetable oil or melted butter and stir until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the water gradually while mixing to form a soft, non-sticky dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about one minute until smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Cut the dough into six equal portions and flatten each into a disc about half an inch thick.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the dough discs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
Bannock can be topped with honey, chili, or enjoyed plain. Store leftovers in an airtight container or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg