Pan Amasado
Traditional Chilean bread
- Prep Time:
- 105 mins
- Cook Time:
- 25 mins
- Total Time:
- 130 mins
- Serves
- 6
- Calories*
- 296
Ingredients
- 500g plain flour
- 7g fast action dried yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 250ml warm water
- 50g butter (melted)
Pan amasado is a staple in homes and bakeries across Chile, and for good reason! With its crispy golden crust and soft, fluffy inside, it's basically a hug for your taste buds.
Instructions
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1. Add the Dry Ingredients
Add the flour to a large mixing bowl and create a well in the middle. Tip the yeast into the well. Scatter the sugar and salt around the edge of the flour, avoiding the well.
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2. Add the Wet Ingredients
Pour the melted butter and water into the well.
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3. Mix the Dough
Begin mixing the ingredients with your fingers, starting at the centre of the bowl and gradually incorporating the flour, salt, and sugar from the edges. Add a splash more water if the dough seems too dry.
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4. Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes.
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5. Let the Dough Rise
When the dough is smooth and elastic, place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size. This usually takes about one to two hours.
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6. Check the Dough and Preheat the Oven
When your dough is nearly doubled in size, preheat your oven to 200°C/ 180°C fan/ gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
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7. Cut the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a long sausage. With a sharp knife, divide the sausage into 6 equal pieces.
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8. Shape the Dough
Grab a portion of dough and pull the outer edges up and towards the centre, pinching them together. Place the pinched side down on your work surface and gently cup your hand around the dough. Without applying pressure, move your hand in small circles to guide the dough into a smooth ball. Repeat this process with each piece of dough.
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9. Flatten the Dough
Arrange the rolls on the baking tray, leaving space between them. Firmly press down on each roll with your palm to flatten it. Using a fork, prick each roll a couple of times.
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10. Bake the Rolls
Place the tray in the centre of the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the rolls turn a beautiful golden brown.
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11. Leave the Rolls to Cool
Transfer the rolls to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
