Sweet Potato Or Pumpkin Fry Bread
Sweet Potato or Pumpkin Fry Bread
1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup pureed sweet potatoes or pumpkin, fresh or canned
1/4 cup granulated sugar, or to taste
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Put the flour & sugar in a large bowl & add pureed sweet potatoes or pumpkin a little at a time
Blend together well & knead until the dough is soft & elastic, not sticky
Cut the dough into 4 to 6 pieces & flatten on your palms until 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick & approximately 4 inches in diameter
Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy skillet, add the dough pieces, & fry until puffed & golden brown on each side, turning once
Drain on absorbent paper & serve hot with butter & syrup
Or, make smaller sizes, dust with confectioners’ sugar & serve for dessert or snacks
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