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Métis Nation British Columbia
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Frybread Bannock

Cultural Context

Frybread is a traditional Indigenous dish that has roots in the history of Native American peoples. It was developed during the 19th century when Indigenous communities were forced onto reservations and faced food scarcity. Frybread symbolizes resilience and adaptability, often served at gatherings and celebrations. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Indigenous communities, appearing in various forms and flavors across North America.

Indigenous CanadianCAmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
0.5 cups oil
2 cups warm water

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar fat content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk offers a lower-calorie alternative, while water can reduce costs.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

yeast

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Baking powder can be used for a quicker rise.

1

Add 4 cups of flour to a mixing bowl.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of baking powder and 1 tablespoon of salt to the flour.

3

Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and mix it around.

4

Create a hole in the mixture and add 0.5 cups of oil to 2 cups of warm water.

5

Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined.

6

Adjust the dough consistency with more flour if too wet.

7

Heat oil in a skillet until hot and bubbling.

8

Shape the dough into discs and gently place them in the hot oil.

9

Fry until dark golden brown, flipping only once for even cooking.

10

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BannockFrybread

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