Mexican Fry Bread

Ingredients

1. 2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1/4 teaspoon salt
3. 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
4. 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening
5. 2/3 cup water or 2/3 cup milk
6. 1/4 cup oil ( for frying)

Directions

1. Combine flour, salt, baking powder and shortening; mix until shortening is blended. Add water; mix well.
2. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth, about 2 minutes.
3. Roll dough into a ball; place into a plastic bag.
4. Separate and roll out enough dough to make six 4- to 6-inch thin, flat rounds.
5. In a cast iron skillet, heat oil to 375 degrees F.
6. Place rounds in oil; cook each side 20 to 30 seconds or until light golden brown.
7. Use a slotted spoon to remove rounds from skillet; drain on paper towel.
8. Fill with prepared fillings as desired.
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    Total Time:   30 mins
    
    Prep Time:   20 mins
    
    Cook Time:   10 mins                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Cooks4_6's Note:
    
    This is a Mexican Chef's recipe that is a quick and fabulous alternative for purchased tortillas or shells. Well worth the effort ...
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