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‘A Small Sanctuary’ with Rabbi Esther
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Challah

Cultural Context

Challah is a traditional Jewish bread, often braided and served during Shabbat and holidays. Its rich, slightly sweet flavor and soft texture make it a beloved staple in Jewish cuisine. Today, variations exist globally, with some incorporating different flavors or toppings, reflecting local tastes and traditions.

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6 servings
Servings4
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/2 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Awaken the yeast by mixing it with water and sugar.

2

Add eggs and olive oil to the yeast mixture.

3

Combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

4

Knead the dough by hand after using a KitchenAid to develop gluten.

5

Cover the dough with olive oil and let it proof for 3 hours.

6

Punch down the dough after it has risen.

7

Divide the dough into portions for braiding.

8

Braiding four-stranded challah and five-stranded challah.

9

Allow the braided challah to proof for 1 hour.

10

Dust the challah with an egg yolk wash and water mixture before baking.

11

Bake the challah.

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetwhiskdamp clothwire rack

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsgluten

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