Black Onion Seed Challah

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 13

Tasty Black Onion Seed Challah Recipe

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

12g

Fat

16g

Black Onion Seed Challah is a Jewish traditional bread eaten on Shabbat and Jewish holidays. It can be eaten alone, turned to breadcrumbs, or used as an excellent sandwich bread. In terms of taste, Black Onion Seed Challah is sweet and pillowy soft which makes it a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly, and versatile bread option. Challah comes in various shapes, sizes, and flavors with Black Onion Seed being one of the most popular. Black Onion Seed Challah is often the best kind of bread for fasting as it makes one feel full while containing enough nutrition to endure a long fast.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, mix together sugar, water, and yeast until frothy. Mix in oil, eggs, and salt to blend.
3.	Add flour, a cup at a time, beating vigorously after each addition. Continue mixing until dough comes away from sides of bowl.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth.
5.	Shape the dough into a round, dust it lightly with flour, and place it in a large oiled bowl. Cover with a damp kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour.
6.	After an hour, punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal portions.
7.	Roll each portion into a rope about 18 inches long and braid 3 ropes together. Pinch the ends together firmly and tuck them under the loaf. Repeat with the remaining dough.
8.	Sprinkle cornmeal over baking sheet.
9.	Place braided loaves on sheet, cover with towel and let rise in warm, draft-free area for another 45 minutes.
10.	Brush the bread with beaten egg and sprinkle with black onion seeds.
11.	Bake the bread for about 30 to 40 minutes or until it's beautifully browned. Let it cool down for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This sweet bread has a soft texture with crispy onion seed topped crust which is simply delicious.
This Black Onion Seed Challah is the perfect bread option for breakfast and dinner.

With this recipe, you can also achieve a professional touch with the way it is braided.

CONS

Black Onion Seed Challah is a sweet bread, and like all sweet bread, it is high in calories and sugar content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The recipe contains yeast, which promotes gut health and is a natural source of vitamin B12. Bread also contains dietary fiber which aids digestion. Most of the calories in this recipe come from fats, which can provide energy to the body. Onion seeds are also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can be good for overall health.

	1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
	3/4 cup granulated sugar
	2 tablespoons dry yeast
	3/4 cup canola oil
	1110 g white flour ( about 9 cups )
	4 large eggs
	2 tablespoons salt
	1 teaspoon cornmeal