High Protein Egyptian Baladi Bread
Elevate your bread-making game with this High Protein Egyptian Baladi Bread, a nutritious and flavorful twist on a Middle Eastern classic! Crafted with a blend of whole wheat flour, chickpea flour, and vital wheat gluten, this recipe packs a protein punch while staying true to the traditional soft and chewy texture of baladi bread. Naturally sweetened with honey and enriched with olive oil, each bite bursts with wholesome goodness. Quick to prepare and versatile in use, this bread is perfect for pairing with soups, dips, or as the base for your favorite wraps. Baked to perfection in just minutes, it’s an easy, healthy, and authentic addition to your kitchen repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Vital wheat gluten
- 1 cup Chickpea flour
- 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, active dry yeast, and salt.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, mix the warm water, olive oil, and honey until well combined.
Step 3
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough forms.
Step 4
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Place the dough back into the mixing bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or an inverted baking sheet in the oven to heat.
Step 7
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions.
Step 8
Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it with a rolling pin into a disk about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 9
Carefully place each dough disk onto the hot baking stone or sheet in the oven.
Step 10
Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the bread puffs up and has light brown spots.
Step 11
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Step 12
Enjoy your high protein Egyptian Baladi bread as a delicious accompaniment to any meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1018.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2454.1 |
| Total Fat 45.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2495.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 368.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 59.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.5g | |
| Protein 162.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 341.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2765.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories