neutral oil such as sunflower or vegetable oilcan substitute 80g softened butter40 g
egg, for egg washor use 1 egg yolk mixed with milk, or milk alone1
Steps
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1
Dissolve 8g dry yeast in 250ml warm milk with 60g caster sugar. Mix well and let sit for 5 minutes to activate the yeast—the sugar helps speed up this process.
2
Pour the yeast mixture into a large bowl, add 1 egg, and mix together with a manual whisk.
3
Add 500g flour and 1 tsp salt (covering the salt with flour so it doesn't directly contact the yeast). Mix until the flour is completely incorporated—the dough will be dense and stiff.
4
Add 40g neutral oil and knead until the oil is fully incorporated throughout the dough. If using butter instead, use 80g softened butter.
5
Transfer the dough to a work surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic—no need to flour the surface as the oily dough won't stick. Proper kneading develops the gluten structure for maximum fluffiness.
6
Place the dough back in the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours until doubled in volume—placing it in a preheated and turned-off oven works well.
7
After the rise, gently punch down the dough to release gas. Lightly oil the work surface (or use minimal flour) to avoid altering the dough's texture.
8
Shape the dough into a ball and divide into 11 equal portions of about 80g each. You can adjust the size and shape to your preference.
9
Roll each piece into a ball by placing your palm over it on the work surface and rolling gently in a circular motion—it forms naturally without much effort.
10
Roll each ball into an oval bread shape. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space between them for expansion. Cover with a towel and let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
11
Beat 1 whole egg for an egg wash (or use 1 egg yolk mixed with milk, or milk alone). Lightly brush onto each bread—be gentle to avoid deflating the dough.
12
Preheat the oven to 190°C. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. The finished bread will be wonderfully fluffy and light.
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