Egyptian Barley Bread

3h
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
3h 20m
Ready In


"Adapted from Breads of the World."

Original is 8 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (62.5 g)
  • Calories 161.1
  • Total Fat - 4.8 g
  • Saturated Fat - 1 g
  • Cholesterol - 26 mg
  • Sodium - 206.7 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 26.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 3.3 g
  • Sugars - 4.5 g
  • Protein - 5.3 g
  • Calcium - 16.1 mg
  • Iron - 1.3 mg
  • Vitamin C - 0 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.5 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Combine yeast, water, and honey, and let proof 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add salt, eggs and shortening.

Step 3

Stir in flour and blend until dough is workable.

Step 4

Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a couple of minutes.

Step 5

Place in a large greased bowl, turning to coat.

Step 6

Cover with a towel and let stand in a warm place for 90 minutes.

Step 7

The dough will rise slightly, but will NOT double.

Step 8

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead again.

Step 9

Shape into a round cake about 1/2" thick.

Step 10

Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.

Step 11

Cover with a towel and let rest for one hour.

Step 12

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 13

Bake 15-20 minutes, or until bread is pale brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 14

Cool on a rack.

Tips


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