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New Zealand Maori Fry Bread Recipe

New Zealand Maori Fry Bread Recipe

134kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 35 minutes
I recently came across the New Zealand Maori Fry Bread recipe and knew I had to try it. This tasty bread is simple, yet full of flavor.
Servings 8 Servings
Course Appetizer, bread
Cuisine New Zealand

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board (if using toppings)

Method

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  2. Gradually add the milk while mixing until the dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into flat discs.
  6. Fry the discs in the hot oil until they're golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. Remove the fried bread from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve the fry bread warm with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories134kcalCarbohydrates27gProtein4gFat1gSaturated Fat0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat0.2gMonounsaturated Fat0.2gCholesterol3mgSodium188mgPotassium68mgFiber1gSugar3gVitamin A37IUCalcium92mgIron2mg

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the dough. If it's not hot enough, the fry bread will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
If the dough is sticky, dust your hands and work surface with flour.
You can add flavorings to the dough, such as herbs or spices, to make it more interesting.
Serve with toppings like butter, jam, honey, cinnamon sugar, or savory spreads.

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