World Recipe: Frybread

20 Jul World Recipe: Frybread

Frybread is a traditional fried bread from the Navajo communities in the U.S. It emerged as a form of resilience when Native peoples had to adapt to government-issued ingredients during forced relocations.

Ingredients

• 2 cups of flour
• 1 tsp of salt
• 1 tsp of baking powder
• 3/4 cup of warm water
• Oil for frying

Preparation

• In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder.
• Slowly add the water until a soft dough forms. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
• Divide into portions, roll into thin circles, and fry in hot oil until puffed and golden.

It can be served sweet with honey or savory with meat and vegetables.