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size.
4. Turn out the dough on a floured surface and punch down to deflate. Divide into 12
equal pieces. To make round buns (i.e. burger buns), shape the dough into balls.
Gently flatten to make a burger bun about 10cm across. To make long (hot dog or
finger) rolls, shape each piece into a sausage shape about 15cm long and gently
taper the ends by squeezing with your hands. To make the milk rolls, divide into 20
balls.
5. Place the rolls on the baking sheets with space between them to allow for rising,
cover with a tea towel or oiled clingfilm and let rise about 45 minutes, until doubled
in size.
6. Uncover the dough and brush the rolls with the 3 Tbsp milk mixed with a little salt
then sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for 5 minutes at 230 .
7. Lower the oven temperature and bake another 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown at
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200 . As soon as they come out of the oven, cover the rolls with a clean tea towel to
help keep the crusts soft. Cool on a wire rack.
Variation: Bake as a loaf. This bread is tender, similar to a brioche.
Pitta breads are quick to make as they don't need any rising time. They can be served warm
or cold, stuffed with hummus, salad, koftas, falafel, or any number of other fillings. Makes 8.
400g strong white and/or strong brown flour
1 sachet instant yeast or 20g fresh yeast
10g salt
10g olive oil plus a little extra
240g water
1.
Pre-heat oven and a large baking sheet to 230 .
2. Mix all ingredients 20 seconds/Speed 5.
3. Knead 3 minutes/Dough Setting. Tip out and put the dough into an oiled bowl, cover
with a tea towel or oiled cling film and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in
size.
4. Divide the dough into 8 equal balls and flatten them to very thin ovals, about 6mm
thick. Place on the hot baking sheet and bake for 6 minutes until well risen and a pale
gold colour. They puff up and form a pocket.
5. Remove form the oven, cool slightly then immediately place in a tightly closed plastic
bag for at least 15 minutes to soften and flatten slightly.
Variation: Chop some garlic and/or chillies into the flour before mixing.
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