simit bread - sesame rings

How To Make simit bread - sesame rings

• Step 1
  Add the sugar and 1/4 cup lukewarm water in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the yeast.
• Step 2
  Set yeast mixture sit for 8 minutes, (until foamy) then add another 1 1/4 cups of lukewarm water.
• Step 3
  Combine the flour and salt in a bowl, then add the yeast mixture and stir to form a coarse dough.
• Step 4
  Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
• Step 5
  Roll the dough into a ball and place in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat well.
• Step 6
  Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm, place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• Step 7
  Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a large size baking tray with baking paper.
• Step 8
  Punch down the dough on a lightly floured work surface and divide it into 10 even sized pieces.
• Step 9
  Combine the Pekmez with 1/3 cup of water in a large bowl and set aside.
• Step 10
  Place the sesame seeds on a large plate.
• Step 11
  Working with one piece of dough at a time, use your hands to roll the dough out to make 22″ long ropes.
• Step 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”.
• Step 13
  Place back on the work surface and join the ends together to make a circle, pressing the ends firmly together to seal.
• Step 14
  Repeat with the remaining dough. (10 rope circles)
• Step 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.
• Step 16
  Transfer the Simit bread to the prepared tray and set aside at room temperature for 20 minutes, to puff slightly.
• Step 17
  Bake in the oven for 18 minutes, or until deep golden and cooked through.
• Step 18
  Now transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool.
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