Are you looking for a simple and delicious recipe for pan de agua, the traditional Mexican bread? If so, you've come to the right place. Pan de agua is a popular everyday bread in Mexico, known for its soft texture, slightly crispy crust, and mild flavor. It is commonly enjoyed on its own or with a variety of toppings, such as butter, jam, or cheese. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe to make authentic pan de agua at home. We'll guide you through each step of the process, from preparing the dough to baking the bread to perfection. Get ready to savor the taste of this classic Mexican bread in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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PAN DE AGUA
Weekend mornings are very busy at local bakeries, everyone is looking for either freshly made Pan de Agua or Pan de Manteca. This bread is good by itself, with some butter or to make a loaded ham,cheese and egg sandwish. This recipe is from elboricua.com
Provided by l0ve2c00k
Categories Breads
Time 2h20m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Di solve the yeast in warm water (80º F). Let is sit for 25 minutes until the water is foamy.
- Mix it with the salt and the flour.
- Knead the dough for 10 minutes until the consistency is elastic.
- Let it rise for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- Punch it and let it rise again for another 45 minutes.
- Give the dough a long (french loaf type) shape, cut a slit down the middle, and bake it at 450-475ºF for 20 minutes or until it reaches a golden color.
- For a crunchy crust put a small ovenproof container with water in the oven when baking the bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2086.5, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 2353.5, Carbohydrate 434.2, Fiber 18.4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 63
PAN DE AGUA
Yield 2 1 puerto rican
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Cover the mixture and let stand for about twenty minutes. The yeast should form a foam on the top. In a separate large mixing bowl, mix together the salt and flour. Mix the flour and yeast mixtures together a little bit at a time by adding the flour to the yeast one cup at a time. As you ad the flour, the dough will start to form. When all the flour is added, knead the dough for about 10 to 15 minutes until it is elastic and no longer sticky. Grease a big bowl. You can use the one you mixed the yeast or dough in. Place the ball of kneaded dough into the bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. The dough should double in size. Using a large baking board or cookie sheet that will hold both loaves of bread, sprinkle some cornmeal or flour. Cornmeal works better, but flour will do.In a bowl, mix together the egg whites and water. Brush the mixture on top of the loaves of bread Place the loaves on the center rack of a cold oven then place a shallow baking pan on the rack below the loaves. Fill the shallow pan with 1 cup boiling water Wait 10 minutes and then turn the oven on to 400 degrees and let bake for 35 minutes. The internal temperature of the loaves should be 200 degrees. The loaves should be golden and a little crusty.
Tips for Baking Pan de Agua
- Use a kitchen scale to weigh your ingredients. This will ensure accuracy and consistency in your baking.
- Use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour. Bread flour has a higher protein content, which will give your pan de agua a chewier texture.
- Proof the yeast before adding it to the dough. This will help to ensure that the yeast is active and will produce a light and airy loaf of bread.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the flour, which will give your pan de agua a strong structure.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will allow the yeast to produce carbon dioxide gas, which will create air pockets in the bread.
- Bake the pan de agua in a preheated oven. This will help to create a golden brown crust.
- Let the pan de agua cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent the bread from tearing.
Pan de agua is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed on its own or used to make sandwiches, toast, and other dishes. By following these tips, you can bake a perfect pan de agua every time.
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