3 Indian Fry Bread Recipes (Bannock) - The Prepared Page

Photos: Calmingwind and KeyIngrediantBannock is the one of the preferred survival foods of the first mountain men settling the wild west. Not only did it provide them with the carbs needed for the tenuous trek of the day ahead but it was quick and easy to make in most cases over an open fire.It is also commonly known as Indian fry bread and each tribe had it’s own unique recipe and method of cooking it. Depending on what you have left in your stores you can make one or another of these native recipes to carry you through.Find below my personal favoritesOjibwe zaasakokwaan (Native American fried bread)Ingredients1+½ cups flour2 tsp. sugar½ tsp. salt3 tsp. baking powder (or 1 tsp. baking soda and 2 tsp. cream of tartar)1 egg½ cup warm milk½ cup flour for kneadingEnough cooking oil to be ½ in. deep in whatever sized skillet you are using to fry the bread.DirectionsHeat your electric skillet to 400 and fill with vegetable oil 1/2″ deep. A deep fryer might also be used.Mix dry ingredients t...