Simit Turkish Bread Rings
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Turkey with homemade Simit Turkish Bread Rings, an irresistible treat featuring a soft, chewy interior coated in a golden, sesame-crusted exterior. These beloved street-style snacks, often referred to as "Turkish bagels," are made with pantry staples like flour, yeast, and olive oil, elevated by a signature molasses glaze that creates a rich, caramelized finish. Twisted into elegant rings, each simit is generously rolled in crunchy sesame seeds before baking to perfection. Perfect as a savory breakfast or snack, pair these delightful bread rings with a side of feta cheese, olives, or a steaming cup of Turkish tea for a truly authentic experience. With just 90 minutes of prep time, this recipe offers a taste of Istanbul's bustling streets right in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 10 grams Sugar
- 8 grams Salt
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 80 milliliters Molasses (e.g., grape or date molasses)
- 50 milliliters Water (for molasses mixture)
- 150 grams Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix to form a dough.
Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a rope about 50 cm (20 inches) long. Fold the rope in half and twist the two strands together. Bring the ends together to form a ring and pinch to seal.
In a shallow bowl, mix the molasses with 50 ml of water. Place the sesame seeds on a separate plate.
Dip each bread ring into the molasses mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the sesame seeds to cover completely.
Arrange the coated rings on the prepared baking trays, leaving space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 17-20 minutes, or until the simit are golden brown and fragrant.
Remove the simit from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with cheese, olives, or tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 405 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
