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Turkish Breakfast Bread

Cultural Context

Turkish breakfast bread, particularly simit, is a beloved staple in Turkey, often enjoyed with a spread of cheeses, olives, and fresh vegetables. Traditionally served at breakfast, it symbolizes hospitality and community, often shared among family and friends. In modern times, variations have emerged, and simit can be found in bakeries around the world, showcasing its universal appeal as a delicious and versatile bread.

TurkishTRother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 eggs
3 tbs sugar
4 tsp yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tbs flour
200 ml warm milk
200 ml oil
60 g unsalted butter
100 ml orange juice
1 tbs salt
1200-1500 g flour

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits with a mild flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and can be used in baking.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

1

Activate the yeast by combining 4 tsp yeast, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tbs flour with 200 ml warm milk.

2

In a mixing bowl, beat 3 eggs and 3 tbs sugar until well combined.

3

Slowly add 500 ml hot milk to the egg mixture while mixing.

4

Add 200 ml oil, 60 g unsalted butter, 100 ml orange juice, and 1 tbs salt to the mixture.

5

Incorporate the activated yeast into the mixture.

6

Gradually add 1200-1500 g flour until a soft dough forms, mixing well with a mixer or by hand.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixermixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

SimitPoğaça

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