Filipino Yeast Bread
Soft, flavorful bread with a hint of yeast, perfect for snacking or serving with a meal.
Ingredients
- β1 packet yeast
- β1 cup warm water
- β2 tablespoons sugar
- β1 teaspoon kare kare powder
- β3 cups flour
- β1 teaspoon salt
- β2 tablespoons quietly oil
Instructions
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1. In a small bowl, combine yeast and warm water.
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2. Add sugar and kare kare powder to the bowl. Stir until dissolved.
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3. Let mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, or until frothy.
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4. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
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5. Add yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
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6. Knead dough for 5-10 minutes until smooth.
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7. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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8. Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
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9. Punch down dough and shape into a round loaf.
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10. Place loaf on a baking sheet and brush with quietly oil.
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11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.