Pandesal Recipe With Bread Improver
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Description:
Pandesal is a popular bread in the Philippines that is commonly eaten during breakfast. It is a small, soft, and slightly sweet bread roll that is best paired with coffee or hot chocolate. This recipe will show you how to make pandesal with the help of bread improver to achieve that perfect texture.Prep Time:
20 minutesCook Time:
15 minutesIngredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp bread improver
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- breadcrumbs or flour for coating
Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Kitchen scale
- Baking tray
- Basting brush
Method:
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, bread improver, and instant yeast. Mix well.
- Add warm milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and a dough is formed.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 24 equal parts. Shape each part into a small ball.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs or flour to coat the surface.
- Place the balls on a greased baking tray and let them rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Brush the top of each ball with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool down before serving.
Notes:
- You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preference.
- Make sure to use warm milk to activate the instant yeast.
- Bread improver helps to enhance the texture of the bread by improving its volume, softness, and freshness.
Nutrition Info:
- Calories: 140
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Sodium: 130mg
Recipes FAQ:
What is bread improver?
Bread improver is a mixture of enzymes and other ingredients that are added to bread dough to enhance its texture, volume, and freshness.Can I omit the bread improver?
Yes, you can omit the bread improver, but the texture of the pandesal may not be as soft as you would like.Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but the texture and flavor of the pandesal will be different.Recipe Tips:
- Make sure to knead the dough well to achieve a smooth and elastic texture.
- Coating the surface of the pandesal with breadcrumbs or flour will give it a crispy exterior.
- Don't overbake the pandesal, or it will become dry and hard.
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