Spicy Millet Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with Spicy Millet Bread, a flavorful and nutritious twist on traditional loaves that’s perfect for spice lovers! Made with a blend of wholesome millet flour and all-purpose flour, this recipe combines the earthy nuttiness of millet with a tantalizing blend of ground paprika, cumin, chili flakes, and fresh minced garlic. Infused with olive oil for richness and optionally topped off with fresh cilantro, this bread offers a unique balance of texture and bold flavor. Ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, the recipe features a straightforward process, from kneading to a satisfying golden-brown loaf ready in just under two hours. Serve warm slices with soups, stews, or as the base for vibrant sandwiches—Spicy Millet Bread is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking gluten-free alternatives (with flour swaps) or anyone eager to explore a spicy bread recipe that’s brimming with character!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Millet flour
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 200 milliliters Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the millet flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, sugar, ground paprika, ground cumin, and chili flakes.

Step 2

Warm the water to about 40°C (104°F) and stir in the olive oil. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients while mixing.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cilantro (if using) and knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 6

Punch the dough down to release any air, shape it into a loaf, and place it in the prepared pan.

Step 7

Cover the pan loosely with a cloth and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 8

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 9

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(571.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1469.0

Total Fat 38.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3679.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.3mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 699.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.9%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 66.3%