Baking Homemade Traditional Azerbaijani Breads in the Oven! Easy Bread Recipes!

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds flavor and is more natural.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

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

Add the yeast mixture and milk to the flour mixture.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

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

Preheat the oven to a high temperature, around 475°F (245°C).

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

Roll each portion into a thin circle or oval shape.

Place the rolled dough onto a baking stone or sheet.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

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