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Bread

Cultural Context

Bread has been a staple in Ugandan cuisine, often served alongside various dishes. Traditionally, it is made from maize or wheat flour and is a common part of meals across the country. In homes and markets, bread symbolizes sustenance and community, often enjoyed during gatherings. Today, variations exist, including sweet breads and those made with local grains, reflecting both tradition and modern influences.

UgandanUGmain
90 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
2 eggs
4 spoons of sugar
5 grams of vanilla sugar
200 milliliters of warm milk
200 milliliters of warm water
12 grams of dry yeast
900 grams of flour
2 teaspoons of salt
6 tablespoons of oil
egg yolk
sesame seeds

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides healthy fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

1

Add 2 eggs, 4 spoons of sugar, 5 grams of vanilla sugar, 200 milliliters of warm milk, 200 milliliters of warm water, and 12 grams of dry yeast in a bowl and let it rest for 10 minutes.

2

Add 900 grams of flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 6 tablespoons of oil to the mixture.

3

Knead the dough until it becomes homogeneous.

4

Divide the dough into two equal parts, then divide each piece into 3.

5

Let the pieces rest for 15 minutes.

6

Leave to ferment for 40 minutes.

7

Spread the top with an egg yolk and a spoonful of milk, then sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

8

Bake at 190 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

bowltable

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Ugandan PoshoKaloKampala Bread

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