Amaranth Bread
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Making bread with apple starter isn't that simple, but the result will exceed all expectations. Amaranth bread turns out very tasty and healthy. Amaranth is considered a beneficial product by its nature. This flour has a nutty flavor and, in terms of healing properties, amaranth is regarded as a longevity food. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. This bread is also beneficial because it is made without yeast, using apple starter. For this, we will need three apples and water (if you can find spring water, that would be wonderful).
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Step 2
2. Cut the apples into cubes and place them in a 750 ml jar. Pour water over them until the apples are just covered.
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Step 3
3. Leave for 5-7 days in a warm place, covered with gauze.
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Step 4
4. After the specified time, strain our starter and discard the apples, as we no longer need them.
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Step 5
5. Add a little flour; this will be our starter. Leave in a warm place for 12 hours (you can do it overnight).
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Step 6
6. This is what the fermentation process of our starter looks like.
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Step 7
7. Now add a little more flour and leave it until the dough doubles in size.
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Step 8
8. Brush with vegetable oil and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 days.
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Step 9
9. Now add the aromatic flour and knead the dough. Add salt and spices to taste.
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Step 10
10. After kneading the dough, shape it into a loaf and place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Let it rest for proofing (about 20 minutes), then bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 30 minutes.
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Step 11
11. Store the remaining starter in the refrigerator. To bake bread, use 1 cup of the ready starter, while the rest can be stored in the refrigerator for a long time.
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Step 12
12. After baking, let the bread stand to cool, then it can be served at the table.