How to make Polish Bagels | Polish Food

malt

🥗Healthier: barley malt syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Barley malt syrup provides a similar flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is often less expensive.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds offer similar crunch and nutrition.

egg

🥗Healthier: flax egg

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flax egg is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Mix lukewarm milk, lukewarm water, and fresh yeast in a bowl until foamy.

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled.

Preheat the grill or oven.

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a ball and poke a hole in the center to form a bagel shape.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add malt (if using).

Boil each bagel for about 1-2 minutes on each side, then remove and drain.

Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with poppy and sesame seeds.

Bake or grill until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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