Description
Sesame Bread with Scallions is a soft, fluffy homemade bread featuring a delightful combination of nutty toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. Perfect for snacks, breakfast, or as a side dish, this easy-to-make bread offers a crispy sesame crust and a flavorful, tender crumb that will satisfy any palate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 4–5 scallions (green onions), finely chopped
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is activated. Add the flour, olive oil, and salt, then stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. This step helps develop gluten for a soft and chewy texture.
- Incorporate Scallions: Finely chop the scallions and fold them gently into the dough, ensuring even distribution without breaking the dough’s structure.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread: After rising, punch down the dough to release air, shape it into a round or oval loaf, and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Add Sesame Seeds: Brush the top of the loaf lightly with olive oil and generously sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over it to create that signature crunchy top.
- Final Rise: Allow the shaped loaf to rise again for about 30 minutes, covered loosely with a towel, so it finishes proofing before baking.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool Before Slicing: Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing—this helps set the crumb and keeps it from becoming gummy.
Notes
- Make sure the water is warm, not hot, to activate yeast without killing it.
- Knead with the heels of your hands and fold the dough repeatedly to develop gluten.
- Add scallions after kneading to keep their texture fresh.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan until golden to enhance their flavor before topping.
- Keep dough covered during rising to prevent drying and crust formation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 loaf approx.)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sesame bread, scallion bread, homemade bread, easy bread recipe, savory bread, toasted sesame seeds
