Indian Fry Bread
1 Tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1½ cups and a little more warm water shortening or lard to deep fry
Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Add water and mix thoroughly.
Knead, adding more water or flour as needed. Dough
should end up elastic and soft but not sticky. Pinch off balls the size of a small peach. Pat back and forth in hands until about ½ inch thick.
Melt shortening in heavy frying pan or heavy deep fryer.
Heat until hot but not smoking. Carefully fry each bread in hot fat, turning till each side is golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with warm honey.
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