Khobz Dar (Algerian Semolina Bread)

Discover the delightful world of Algerian cuisine with Khobz Dar, a traditional semolina bread cherished for its soft, airy texture and versatile uses. Perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or accompanying any meal, this bread's golden crust combined with the nutty aroma of fennel and poppy seeds serves as a delicious classic you'll want to make again and again.

Ingredients

💧 125g water
🧂 7g dehydrated baker's yeast
🍚 350g fine durum wheat semolina
🌾 230g flour T45
🍬 20g sugar
🧂 5g salt
🥛 125g whole milk
🥚 1 egg white 30g
🌞 1 whole egg
🌻 60g sunflower oil

For Gilding:
🥚 1 egg yolk
🥛 1 tablespoon milk

Seeds for Topping:
🌿 Fennel seeds
🌼 Poppy seeds

Equipment:
⚖️ KitchenAid stand mixer (red) with dough hook
🥄 SKY brand small ingredient bowls
🌡 Digital kitchen thermometer
👚 Emsa oven mitt

Instructions

1- Activate Yeast:

• Warm 125g of water to around 37°C using the thermometer for accuracy.
• Add 7g of dehydrated baker's yeast. Stir until dissolved.
• Let it rest for 10 minutes until frothy.

2- Combine Dry Ingredients:

• In your KitchenAid's stainless mixing bowl, mix 350g semolina, 150g of T45 flour, 20g of sugar, and 5g salt.
• Form a well in the center.

3- Add Wet Ingredients:

• Pour 125g whole milk, 30g egg white, 1 egg, and 60g sunflower oil into the well.
• Add the yeast mixture.

4- Knead Dough:

• Use the dough hook to knead for 5 minutes.
• Gradually integrate remaining 80g of T45 flour over 10 minutes until dough is homogeneous and smooth.

5- First Rise:

• Shape dough into a ball and cover with a kitchen towel. Let rise for 1.5 to 2 hours until double in size.

6- Divide and Shape:

• After deflating the dough, divide it into two equal portions.
• Flatten each portion with a rolling pin and mold into round discs, about 2 cm thick.

7- Second Rise:

• Place discs on baking sheets, cover, and let rise for another hour.

8- Bake:

• Preheat your Neff oven to 190°C.
• Mix 1 egg yolk with 1 tbsp milk and brush over dough.
• Score dough and sprinkle fennel/poppy seeds.
• Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until golden brown.

9- Cool and Serve:

• Cool on a cooling rack before serving. Khobz Dar can be frozen for later use.

Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 18 minutes
Servings: 2 loaves

Equipment: KitchenAid stand mixer (red) with dough hook, SKY brand small ingredient bowls, Digital kitchen thermometer, Emsa oven mitt

Cooking Tips

• Keep water temperature around 37°C to avoid yeast inactivity.
• Add flour progressively for a smooth dough.
• Handle risen dough with care to retain its airiness.

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Khobz Dar (Algerian Semolina Bread)