WoodenKnife Indian Fry Bread Mix

RECIPES AND USES Fry Bread Directions
1/2 cup water 1 cup mix 4 servings

Just add water and stir thoroughly with a spoon. No kneading is required for this slightly sticky dough. After mixing let stand for at least 1/2 hour before use. Heat 1 inch or more of cooking oil to 375 degrees in frying pan or deep fryer. Place ready dough on floured board, cover dough with flour and roll to pancake thickness. Cut out size wanted, puncture in middle and place in hot oil. Cook until golden tan on each side, turning once.

Low Fat Fry Bread Directions
Follow the regular mixing directions, except add one tablespoon more of water per cup of mix than the directions ask for. Spray a nonstick pan with your favorite cooking spray and pat the dough about 1/8 of an inch thick in the pan. Cover and cook over medium low heat until the bottom of the fry bread is golden brown, flip the fry bread over and cook until that side is golden brown. When done top the fry bread with all of your favorite toppings.

Indian Tacos
The most popular use of Indian fry bread, Indian tacos are easy to make:
Lay the fry bread flat in a plate and cover with meat sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce,
tomatoes, and any variety of toppings. Some suggested finishes include onions, sour cream,
guacamole, black olives, and/or taco sauce.

Meat Sauce For Indian Tacos:

2 Lb    Hamburger Meat              1 cup   Tomato Sauce
16 oz   Refried Beans                  1 Tsp. Salt
1 Tbs.. Taco Seasoning               1 Tbs.. Chopped Onion
1 Tsp. Chili Powder                    1 Tsp. Red Pepper

Put all ingredients in a large pot and boil for 45 minutes.

Vegetarian Indian Tacos
Prepare as above, but use 3 lb. of refried beans and omit the hamburger meat. This is a delicious
meat alternative enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Cinnamon Sugar Fry Bread
After frying the bread, sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar. This makes a great dessert item that tastes similar to a donut.
USES FOR WOODENKNIFE INDIAN FRY BREAD MIX WoodenKnife Indian Fry Bread Mix is mainly used in Indian tacos, which are gaining in popularity very rapidly as people are introduced to them. But it's such a versatile bread that we keep getting new ideas from people who have tried different ways to use our WoodenKnife Indian Fry Bread Mix. You may want to experiment also. If your idea is used in our next printing, you will receive a free box of WoodenKnife Indian Fry Bread Mix. We would also like to give your name credit and print it along with the recipe.

* Try adding other things (besides just water) when you mix up the dough. Fruit juices make a fruity bread.
   You may also want to add raisins or bits of fruit.
* Add garlic, onions or Italian seasonings for fry bread sticks.
* A yeasty flavored bread can be made by using beer. (The alcohol will be cooked away.)
* Use creamed corn for "Corn Fritters". Add bits of salami, cheese or "whatever" to make delectable hors d'oeuvres.
* Add bits of salami or cheese to make hors d'oeuvres.
* Use the regular dough (patted thin) to wrap around almost anything that's precooked. The dough cooks so quickly
   that any uncooked food wouldn't have a chance to get done. It's a perfect wrap for hot dogs.
* Leftovers become a yummy treat when wrapped and cooked in fry bread.
* Try vegetables, meats, or any combination you enjoy; however things that are very juicy may tend to leak.
   Be sure to have the fry bread dough rolled "pie crust thin", completely cover your chosen filling, and crimp the
   edges together.
* Either the dry mix or a thin batter makes a marvelous breading for chicken.

THEN THERE'S DESSERT:
A super fried pie is made by putting any fruit pie filling into a blanket of dough, crimp the edges tightly together and fry lightly on both sides. This is a treat you'll remember for a long time!

Top the Indian fry bread with ice cream and your favorite sundae topping: chocolate, strawberry, pineapple, etc. Add whipped cream and top with a cherry.

Last Modified 12/16/01