simit bread - sesame rings

How To Make simit bread - sesame rings

• 1

  Add the sugar and 1/4 cup lukewarm water in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the yeast.
• 2

  Set yeast mixture sit for 8 minutes, (until foamy) then add another 1 1/4 cups of lukewarm water.
• 3

  Combine the flour and salt in a bowl, then add the yeast mixture and stir to form a coarse dough.
• 4

  Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
• 5

  Roll the dough into a ball and place in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat well.
• 6

  Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm, place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• 7

  Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a large size baking tray with baking paper.
• 8

  Punch down the dough on a lightly floured work surface and divide it into 10 even sized pieces.
• 9

  Combine the Pekmez with 1/3 cup of water in a large bowl and set aside.
• 10

  Place the sesame seeds on a large plate.
• 11

  Working with one piece of dough at a time, use your hands to roll the dough out to make 22″ long ropes.
• 12

  Fold in half so that the two ends align, then lift off the board and use your hands to twist each rectangle into a two stranded “rope”.
• 13

  Place back on the work surface and join the ends together to make a circle, pressing the ends firmly together to seal.
• 14

  Repeat with the remaining dough. (10 rope circles)
• 15

  Next you will dip each ring, into the Pekmez mixture, making sure to completely coat the dough, then drain well and toss in the sesame seeds, remember to be gentle.
• 16

  Transfer the Simit bread to the prepared tray and set aside at room temperature for 20 minutes, to puff slightly.
• 17

  Bake in the oven for 18 minutes, or until deep golden and cooked through.
• 18

  Now transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool.
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