Garlic Knots Recipe
Soft knots of dough brushed with garlic butter.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Garlic Butter
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the warm water and olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 6-8 inches long and tie it into a knot.
- 7
Place on Baking Sheet
Arrange the knots on a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each knot. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- 8
Bake the Knots
After the second rise, bake the knots in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Garlic Butter Application
- 9
Prepare Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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