Simit Sesame Bread Rings

Name: Simit Sesame Bread Rings
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 4 cups bread flour; 2 tsp instant yeast; 2 tsp granulated sugar; 1 1/2 tsp fine salt; 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup grape molasses (pekmez) or pomegranate molasses; 2 cups raw sesame seeds

Crisp, chewy Turkish street bread rings coated in a thick crust of toasted sesame seeds - the iconic breakfast staple sold at every corner in Istanbul. Plan ahead: the dough needs 1 hour to rise.

65 minMediumServes 8290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups bread flour
2 tsp instant yeast
2 tsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp fine salt
1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup grape molasses (pekmez) or pomegranate molasses
2 cups raw sesame seeds

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups bread flour, 2 tsp instant yeast, 2 tsp granulated sugar, and 1 1/2 tsp fine salt. Add 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F) and 2 tbsp olive oil and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
2

Preheat oven to 450°F with a rack in the upper third. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
3

In a shallow bowl wide enough for dipping, combine 1/4 cup grape molasses (pekmez) or pomegranate molasses with 1/2 cup water and stir well. Spread 2 cups raw sesame seeds in another shallow dish.
4

Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 22 inches long. Form each rope into a ring by crossing the ends over each other and pressing firmly to seal.
5

Dip each ring into the molasses mixture, letting the excess drip off, then press both sides firmly into the raw sesame seeds to coat thoroughly.
6

Transfer the rings to the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through, until deep golden brown and the sesame seeds are toasted.
7

Transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Questions

What is Simit Sesame Bread Rings?

Crisp, chewy Turkish street bread rings coated in a thick crust of toasted sesame seeds - the iconic breakfast staple sold at every corner in Istanbul. Plan ahead: the dough needs 1 hour to rise. This reference files it under Turkish breakfast: made in the oven, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

What oven temperature does Simit Sesame Bread Rings need?

For Simit Sesame Bread Rings, the frying oil is held at 110 F (about 45 C) in step 1. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy. The oven is also used at 450 F (about 230 C) in step 2.

What can I use instead of bread flour in Simit Sesame Bread Rings?

The entry for Simit Sesame Bread Rings calls for 4 cups bread flour. In its place: All-purpose flour works. The crumb will be a little softer and less chewy.

Does Simit Sesame Bread Rings contain sesame?

Yes: 2 cups raw sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Simit Sesame Bread Rings?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 290 calories, with 0 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 104 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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