Freshly Baked Bread (خبز) Recipe
Housemade in our clay-oven
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape the Bread
Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf or desired shape.
- 6
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet, cover it again, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 7
Preheat the Clay Oven
While the dough is rising, preheat your clay oven to a high temperature (around 450°F or 230°C).
- 8
Bake the Bread
Once the oven is ready, place the bread inside and bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
