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Fry Bread II

Name: Fry Bread II
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons shortening; 1.3329999446869 cups cold water, or as needed; 2 quarts oil for deep frying

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This treat is known by different names in different areas. Here in Arizona it is known as fry bread, in New Mexico it is known as sopapillas and in Washington it is known as elephant ears. The shapes also vary from one region to another. Serve plain, sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon, dredged in honey, or split and filled with chili con carne and toppings.

Recipe by Bobbi Jo Cook

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons shortening
1 ⅓ cups cold water, or as needed
2 quarts oil for deep frying

Directions

Whisk baking powder, salt and flour together. Cut in shortening. Add cold water gradually until a soft dough is made (it will still be a little sticky). Flour hands and knead about 5 minutes until smooth and no longer sticky. Divide into 8 pieces. Cover dough with plastic. Working one piece at a time, flatten each piece until about 1/2 inch thick and the size of a lunch plate.
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Fry dough in oil; turn with tongs to brown each side. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm in paper towels in a 200 degree oven while cooking the rest.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

479	Calories
29g	Fat
48g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 479
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g	37%
Saturated Fat 5g	23%
Sodium 418mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 7g
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 67mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.