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Egyptian Barley Bread

Here's how you make Egyptian Barley Bread
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  • Servings: 8
  • Prep: 3h
  • Cook: 20m
    • The following recipe serves 8 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
  • 1/2 cup lukewarm water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 2 cups barley flour
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • 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.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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