Grease Bannock
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, Grease Bannock is a timeless, satisfying fry bread that brings rich tradition and irresistible flavor to your table. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, this recipe is elevated by the luxurious addition of rendered animal fat or lard, which imparts a unique depth of flavor and a beautifully golden crust. Shallow-fried to perfection in a cast iron skillet, these rustic discs of dough puff up delightfully, making them the ideal comfort food. Whether served warm alongside hearty stews or slathered with butter, jam, or honey for a sweet indulgence, Grease Bannock is an unforgettable treat that celebrates heritage and home cooking at its finest. Perfect for everything from family dinners to cozy brunches, this quick fry bread recipe promises both ease and satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Water
- 0.25 cups Rendered animal fat or lard (or vegetable oil as a substitute)
- 0.5 cups Additional fat or oil for frying
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients while stirring with a wooden spoon. Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round disc about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium heat. Add the additional fat or oil for frying; it should be about 1/4 inch deep in the pan.
Carefully place the dough discs into the hot pan, ensuring they don't overlap. Fry for about 3–5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Once both sides are cooked to a deep golden-brown color, remove the bannock from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess grease.
Repeat with the remaining dough, ensuring the cooking oil remains hot and at an even level throughout the frying process.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own with butter, jam, or honey for a delicious treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.1 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1863 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
