Authentic Indian Fry BreadFrom The Ute Indians Of Arizona - oil

Method

• Heat oil to 360° in heavy 5-quart pan.
• In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt.
• Gradually stir in 1 cup water. Knead dough until it is no longer sticky.
• Cover.
• Let it stand 15 minutes.
• Pull off 2-inch balls of dough, roll each on a lightly floured surface into circle 1/4-inch thick.
• Pierce dough several times with a fork.
• Deep fry the circles, 2 or 3 at a time until bottom of each is a golden brown.
• Turn and cook 1 or 2 minutes more.
• Makes 12 pieces.
• Serve warm with honey, syrup or powdered sugar.