Turkish Pride Bread

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 15

Turkish Pride Bread recipe perfect for any occasion

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

227

Sugar

Fat

Turkish Pride Bread is a staple food in countries such as Turkey, Iran and Azerbaijan. This bread is soft and fluffy, with a distinct nutty flavor that is attributed to the addition of sesame seeds. It is commonly served alongside traditional Middle Eastern dishes like hummus, baba ganoush and shakshuka. The bread can also be used as the base for a sandwich or toasted with butter for breakfast. This recipe is easy to follow, and results in a delicious, homemade bread that is perfect for any meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together the bread flour, active dry yeast and salt.
2.	In another bowl, mix together warm water and the sugar.
3.	Slowly pour the liquid mixture over the flour mixture and mix until it's combined.
4.	Add olive oil and keep mixing until it's completely absorbed by the dough.
5.	Use your hands to knead the dough for at least 10 minutes until a smooth and elastic consistency is reached.
6.	Cover the dough and let it rise for about an hour in a warm and draft-free environment until it doubles in size.
7.	Preheat the oven to 450°F and shape the dough into a round shape.
8.	Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the bread and let it rest for another 15 minutes.
9.	Bake for 10 minutes at 450°F, then reduce the temperature to 375°F and bake for another 20 minutes.
10.	Take out the bread from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This bread is easy to make and is soft and delicious.
The sesame seeds add a unique nutty flavor and aroma.
The bread is perfect for serving with Turkish and Middle Eastern dishes.

CONS

This bread has a high carbohydrate content and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread can help provide a good source of carbohydrates, protein and fiber, which are all important components of a healthy diet. The sesame seeds used in the recipe also offer a good source of healthy fats, vitamin E and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium.

	500 g bread flour
	10 g active dry yeast
	7 g salt
	2 cups warm water
	1 tablespoon sugar
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	sesame seeds