| Crusty Homemade Banh Mi Bread |
Create a soft and fluffy baguette with a crispy crust, ideal for ... |
bread, Vietnamese, banh mi |
{"title":"Crusty Homemade Banh Mi Bread","description":"Create a soft and fluffy baguette with a crispy crust, ideal for Vietnamese sandwiches.","full_ingredient_list":["270 ml warm water","2 g granulated sugar","7 g active dry yeast","500 g bread flour or all-purpose flour","5 g sea salt","30 g avocado oil or any light vegetable oil","1 large egg"],"components":[{"name":"Dough","ingredients":[{"name":"warm water","quantity":"270 ml","preparation_notes":"Measure into a large measuring cup."},{"name":"granulated sugar","quantity":"2 g","preparation_notes":"Stir into warm water to activate yeast."},{"name":"active dry yeast","quantity":"7 g","preparation_notes":"Mix into sugar water to activate until bubbly."},{"name":"bread flour or all-purpose flour","quantity":"500 g","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"avocado oil or any light vegetable oil","quantity":"30 g","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"large egg","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"Add into the dough mixture."},{"name":"sea salt","quantity":"5 g","preparation_notes":""}],"tools_and_equipment":["Baguette pan","Dough scraper","Water spray bottle","Sharp serrated knife or bread lame"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Measure out the warm water into a large measuring cup. Stir in the sugar and yeast. Mix to activate the yeast.","tips":"Ensure the yeast becomes bubbly before proceeding."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add flour, salt, oil, and egg into a stand mixer bowl fitted with a dough hook. Pour in the yeast mixture.","tips":"Use a stand mixer for efficient kneading."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, at least 10 minutes on a stand mixer at speed 3 or 4.","tips":"Look for the dough to meet the 'windowpane test' for readiness."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl and cover it. Allow it to rest in a warm place until doubled in size.","tips":"Keep the area warm to aid in dough rising."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Divide the risen dough into 6 equal portions. Shape each piece into a baguette form.","tips":"Pinch the end seams to close."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Place formed baguettes onto a perforated baguette pan. Cover lightly and let rise again until puffy and doubled.","tips":"Ensure uniform size for even baking."},{"step_number":7,"description":"Preheat oven to 425\u00b0F. Add a roasting pan with boiling water to oven bottom.","tips":"This helps create the needed steam for a crusty exterior."},{"step_number":8,"description":"Spray baguettes with water. Use a sharp knife to slash tops at a 45\u00b0 angle.","tips":"Spray quickly to retain oven heat."},{"step_number":9,"description":"Bake for 22 minutes, spraying every 2 minutes for the first 6 minutes to create steam.","tips":"Remove the water pan with 10 minutes remaining."},{"step_number":10,"description":"Cool baked baguettes completely on a wire rack before slicing.","tips":"Cooling helps lock in the textures."}]}],"prep_time":"30 minutes","cook_time":"22 minutes","total_time":"2 hours 22 minutes","servings":"6","tags":["bread","Vietnamese","banh mi"],"notes":"Ensure your oven's temperature settings are precise for optimal bread texture."} |
