Cumin Braai Bread
Elevate your next barbecue with this irresistibly fragrant Cumin Braai Bread, a South African-inspired flatbread infused with the earthy warmth of ground cumin. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a touch of honey, this handmade bread is a perfect balance of soft and chewy texture. After a quick rise, the dough is shaped into discs and grilled over a braai or outdoor grill, imparting a smoky flavor and beautiful charred grill marks. Perfectly versatile, this bread shines as a side dish, a vehicle for hearty grilled meats, or as a base for your favorite dipping sauces. Ready in just over two hours, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a showstopping accompaniment for any summer feast.
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Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 10 g instant yeast
- 10 g salt
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 300 ml lukewarm water
- 30 ml olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 10 ml extra olive oil (for brushing)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and ground cumin. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, mix the lukewarm water, olive oil, and honey. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
Step 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a rough dough forms.
Step 4
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed, but avoid adding too much.
Step 5
Place the dough in a clean, lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 6
Punch down the dough to release the air and divide it into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it into a disc about 1 cm thick.
Step 7
Cover the discs with the damp cloth and allow them to rest for 15 minutes while you prepare your braai or grill. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Step 8
Brush both sides of each bread disc lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking and to enhance flavor.
Step 9
Place the bread discs directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and have grill marks. Rotate the bread halfway through each side to ensure even cooking.
Step 10
Remove the bread from the grill and serve warm. Enjoy as a side dish or use to wrap grilled meats, vegetables, or dips.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (888.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2271.9 |
| Total Fat 44.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3953.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 405.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 56.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 116.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 742.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories