Afghani Sweet Bread Recipe - Sweet Semolina or Sooji Root - طرز تهیه روت افغانی آرد سوجی

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds richness with fewer saturated fats.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and is more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

Mix semolina flour, plain flour, sugar, and baking powder in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Add oil and eggs to the yeast mixture, then mix well.

Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and knead until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions.

Roll each portion into a flat circle, about ½ inch thick.

Brush the tops with oil and sprinkle with cardamom powder.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and brush with additional oil, if desired.

Let cool slightly before serving.

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