- Why is the inside dry?
- Gluten-free flours dry out easily. You may have overcooked it or used too little liquid.
Gluten-Free Pan-Fried Bannock Bread
Bannock is iconic to the Canadian wilderness. Originally a staple for explorers and Indigenous peoples because it required no oven—just embers. This gluten-free version keeps the rustic charm: crispy fried outside, soft and filling inside.
Ingredients
2
cups
Gluten-Free Bread Flour Blend
2
tsp
Baking Powder
1/2
tsp
Salt
3/4
cup
Water (or plant milk)
2
tbsp
Oil (for the dough)
3
tbsp
Oil (for frying)
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Equipment Needed
- Skillet (Cast iron is best)
- Lid
Instructions
1
✓
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in water and 2 tbsp oil; mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overwork GF dough; it becomes tough.
2
✓
Shape into a large disc about 1/2 inch thick, or 4 smaller rounds.
Tip: Oil your hands if the dough is sticky.
3
✓
Heat frying oil in skillet over medium heat. Add dough, cover, and cook 4-5 minutes until golden on the bottom.
Tip: The steam trapped by the lid helps the baking powder rise and cooks the center.
4
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Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes uncovered until crispy.
Tip: Removing the lid ensures the second side gets crunchy.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-Free Bread Flour Blend
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 3/4 cup Water (or plant milk)
- 2 tbsp Oil (for the dough)
- 3 tbsp Oil (for frying)