Fried Bread

6 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 2/3 c. sifted flour
  • 1 2/3 c. whole wheat flour
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 1/4 c. water
  • oil for deep frying

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine flour, whole wheat flour and salt in bowl.
  2. 2
    Mix in shortening with fingers.
  3. 3
    Stir in water with fork until mixture forms dough.
  4. 4
    Shape into ball.
  5. 5
    Let rest for 30 minutes. Knead on floured surface for 5 minutes or until smooth.
  6. 6
    Roll 1/8-inch thick and cut in 3-inch circles.
  7. 7
    Deep fry a few at a time in 365° oil for 30 seconds or until puffed.
  8. 8
    Turn and fry 1 minute longer. Drain on paper towel.
  9. 9
    Yields 4 dozen.

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