Tiger bread, also known as Dutch crunch rolls, is a delightful bread with a crisp, crackly crust and a soft, chewy interior. It gets its name from the distinctive tiger-like stripes on its crust, which are created by a mixture of rice flour and water that is applied before baking. The rice flour mixture creates a barrier on the surface of the dough, preventing it from rising evenly and resulting in the characteristic cracks and stripes.
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DUTCH TIGER BREAD (TIJGERBOLLETJES)
Soft rolls with a crispy, crunchy "tiger" topping. There's a hint of whole wheat flour for extra flavor.
Provided by Eileen Gray
Categories Breads
Time 2h25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix water, milk, butter, sugar, salt and yeast. Add the whole wheat flour and 2 cups of the all purpose flour and mix until it forms a thick batter. Switch to the dough hook and add the remaining flour. The dough should clear the sides of the bowl and cling to the dough hook. Knead on medium speed for 5 minutes. If mixing by hand, add as much flour as you can with a wooden spoon then knead the remaining flour. Knead by hand for 7-8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elasic.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl and set aside to rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 8 equal portions. Roll each piece of dough into a smooth ball and set on a parchment lined baking sheet
- Cover the baking sheet with a damp kitchen towel and set aside to rise for 30 minutes. Meanwhile. mix the topping (see note).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients. Add the oil to the warm water then add it to the dry ingredients. Whisk until combined. Set the topping aside for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Brush the topping generously onto the the rolls. Let the rolls rise another 20 minutes.
- Bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 8 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 6 grams fat, Protein 10 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 roll, Sodium 468 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar
TIGER BREAD (DUTCH CRUNCH ROLLS)
It recently came to my attention that outside of San Francisco, these rolls aren't really well known, which I think is a real shame since this combines a nice, soft, tender white bread roll with a slightly sweet, beautifully crunchy, and gorgeous crust that (depending on how things go) may or may not look like a tiger's skin.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Rolls and Buns
Time 2h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine milk and water in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave in 10-second intervals until just warm to the touch, or 100 degrees F (38 degrees C). Add sugar and 1 package yeast to the bowl and stir together. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes before using.
- Pour flour and salt into a mixing bowl and stir together with a fork. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and melted butter. Stir with the fork until the mixture comes together to form a shaggy dough, 1 to 2 minutes. Switch to your hand and knead in the bowl until a ball of dough is formed.
- Transfer to work surface and knead until a very smooth, soft, elastic ball of dough forms, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer into a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Stir rice flour, sugar, salt, vegetable oil, sesame oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons yeast, and 1/4 cup warm water together in a small bowl. Add more water if needed to form a thick, but spreadable mixture. This needs to be thin enough to spread over rolls without deflating them, but thick enough not to all run off on to the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside until needed.
- Transfer risen dough to a work surface and press out all the air while rolling into a short, fat tube shape. Divide into 6 balls of dough.
- Shape each ball by pulling and pinching the dough at the bottom to form a smooth skin over the top surface of the dough ball. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Cover with a clean, dry tea towel, and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
- Uncover rolls and use a small spoon to carefully spread the topping mixture over each one.
- Bake in the center of the preheated oven until rolls are golden brown and the tops have cracked about 20 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 277.4 mg, Sugar 6 g
DUTCH CRUNCH ROLLS
If you live in the SF Bay Area, you've probably had one of these at some time or another. I guess in the UK they are also known as Tiger Bread. These crunchy little rolls are great with dry Italian salami and thickly sliced American cheese or in place of buns for hamburgers. Store in an airtight container.
Provided by melody741
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Rolls and Buns
Time 3h
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine 1 1/4 cup warm water and 2 teaspoons yeast in a large bowl; stir until yeast is dissolved. Stir in 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar. Let stand until yeast forms a creamy foam, about 10 minutes.
- Sift 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup bread flour, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a separate bowl. Stir into the yeast mixture. Add remaining all-purpose and bread flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until dough pulls away from the side of the bowl.
- Place dough on a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Punch dough down and cut into 9 equal pieces. Press down on each piece with your palm and roll against the work surface to form into a ball.
- Place balls of dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with greased plastic wrap; let rise until puffy, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine rice flour, 1 cup warm water, vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons yeast, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl to make topping. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Spread topping thickly over tops and sides of the rolls.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.4 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 327.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
Tips:
- Activate the yeast properly: Check the expiration date of the yeast and ensure it's active. Properly activate the yeast before using it by dissolving it in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it rest until it becomes foamy, indicating that it's ready to use.
- Control the dough temperature: Ideally, the dough should be between 75°F (24°C) and 80°F (27°C) during the rising process. A warm environment helps the yeast work effectively.
- Knead the dough thoroughly: Kneading helps develop the gluten in the dough, resulting in a chewy and elastic texture. Knead the dough for at least 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise twice: After kneading, let the dough rise once in a greased bowl until it doubles in size. Then, shape the dough into rolls and let them rise again until they're puffy and almost doubled in size.
- Egg wash for a golden crust: Before baking, brush the rolls with an egg wash made from one egg beaten with a tablespoon of water or milk. This will help create a golden brown and shiny crust.
- Use Dutch crunch topping for extra flavor: The signature topping of Tiger Bread is the Dutch crunch topping. To make it, mix together rice flour, butter, sugar, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the rolls before baking.
Conclusion:
Tiger Bread, also known as Dutch Crunch Rolls, is a delightful combination of soft, chewy bread with a crispy and flavorful topping. With its striking appearance and irresistible taste, it's sure to be a hit at any gathering. This recipe provides detailed instructions, tips, and tricks to help you create perfect Tiger Bread at home. Enjoy the process of crafting these unique rolls, and savor their deliciousness, which is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
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