Indian Navajo Fry Bread
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly versatile, Indian Navajo Fry Bread is a fusion of flavors that pays homage to rich culinary traditions. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and warm water with warming spices like cumin and coriander, adding a unique twist to the classic fry bread. The dough is quickly fried to perfection, creating a delightfully crunchy exterior with a pillowy-soft interior. Ready in just 35 minutes, this fry bread is perfect for serving plain or as a delicious canvas for both sweet and savory toppings — think honey drizzles, powdered sugar sprinkles, or spiced chickpeas. Ideal as a snack, side dish, or base for creative meals, this recipe delivers a comforting homemade treat that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, cumin, and coriander until well combined.
Gradually add the warm water while stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands to form a soft, slightly sticky dough.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball with your hands or a rolling pin into a circle about 6-7 inches in diameter and 1/8-inch thick.
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully slide one piece of dough into the hot oil and fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to flip and remove the bread.
Place the cooked fry bread on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining dough pieces.
Serve warm, plain or with toppings of your choice such as honey, powdered sugar, or savory options like spiced chickpeas or curried vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 477.4 g | 612% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.2 g | 341% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3717 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.8 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 452 mg | 10% | |
*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.
