Bagel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Boiling Solution
Topping Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbsp). Stir to dissolve the sugar, then sprinkle the active dry yeast (1 tbsp) on top. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbsp). Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil (2 tbsp). Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Shaping and Boiling
- 4
Shape the Bagels
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then poke a hole through the center with your thumb to form a bagel shape. Stretch the hole gently to make it larger.
- 5
- 6
Boil the Bagels
Carefully drop the shaped bagels into the boiling water, a few at a time. Boil for about 1 minute on each side, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
Add Toppings
While the bagels are still wet, sprinkle sesame seeds (0.25 cups), poppy seeds (0.25 cups), and sea salt (1 tsp) on top of each bagel.
- 9
Bake the Bagels
Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.