Description
Bannock is a traditional Indigenous fry bread that is easy to make and delicious to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if desired) in a large bowl until well combined.
- Incorporate the vegetable oil or melted butter into the mixture, stirring until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly pour in the water, mixing until a soft dough begins to form; adjust the water amount as needed.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about a minute until smooth.
- Allow the dough to rest for 10-15 minutes to relax the gluten.
- Cut the dough into six equal portions and flatten each piece into a disc about half an inch thick.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot enough for frying.
- Carefully place the dough discs into the skillet, frying them in batches if necessary.
- Cook each side for approximately 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove from the skillet and let drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm, topped with honey, jam, or savory options like chili or beans.
Notes
- For a sweeter twist, add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the dry ingredients and pair with maple syrup.
- For a savory option, fold in chopped herbs or spices such as garlic or onion powder into the dough before frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indigenous
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg