MOROCCAN BREAD

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From the Food and Cooking of Spain, Africa and the Middle East, posted for ZWT3. Especially good for serving with tagines or stews with lots of liquid that needs sopping up. I'm sure it would work well made with all white flour instead of the white/whole wheat blend. Prep time includes rising time.

Provided by pattikay in L.A.

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h20m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup warm milk (thinned with a bit of water - 1 cup of liquid total)
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2/3 cup warm milk (mixed with some water)
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons yeast

Steps:

  • place the warm milk mixture ina small bowl or glass measuring cup, stir in the sugar and then sprinkle with the yeast.
  • stir, then set aside in a warm place for about 10 minutes, till frothy.
  • in a large bowl, mix together the two flours and salt.
  • add the yeast mixture and enough warm milk and water to make a fairly soft dough.
  • knead into a ball and knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes, adding as much flour as necessary to make an elastic dough.
  • divide the dough into two equal pieces and shape into flattened ball shapes.
  • place on floured baking trays and press down with your hand to make round breads about 5-6 inches in diameter.
  • cover with oiled plastic wrap or a clean damp cloth and set aside in a warm place for 1 - 1 1/2 hours, till risen.
  • the breads are ready to bake when the dough springs back if gently pressed with a finger.
  • preheat the oven to 400.
  • sprinkle the loaves with the sesame seeds and bake in the oven for 12 minutes.
  • reduce heat to 300 and continue baking for 20-30 minutes till they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped underneath.
  • serve warm.

Nancy Bishton
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I'm not a big fan of Moroccan bread, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The bread was soft and fluffy, and the flavor was mild but still flavorful.


Zubeyr Ali
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The bread was a bit dense for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Ali Hyder
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This bread was so easy to make and turned out perfect. It has a wonderful flavor and texture.


Sandro BS
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Absolutely delicious! The bread had a crispy crust and a fluffy, moist interior. The flavors were complex and well balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


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