Kubaneh is a traditional Yemeni bread characterized by its soft texture and enriched flavor with butter. Making it at home is an act filled with love and tradition, ideal for sharing with family.
The recipe combines simple ingredients like flour, water, yeast, and butter, and requires kneading and rising processes that guarantee fluffy rolls with a golden crust.
These rolls can be enjoyed alone, with jam, or to complement any meal. The key lies in patience during rising and in the generous use of butter, which adds a special touch tying it to Yemeni tradition.
Kubaneh
Ingredients
500 grams of Flour
290 milliliters of Water
8 grams of Dry yeast
60 grams of White sugar
20 grams of Salt
150 grams of Butter
Dough flour
Preparation
Step 1 : The preparation begins by dissolving the yeast in warm water using a mixer with a hook.
Step 2 : Then, add the flour, sugar, and salt, and mix at low speed until the ingredients are combined.
Step 3 : Next, increase the speed to medium and continue kneading for approximately 3 minutes, until the dough becomes elastic and does not stick to the sides of the bowl.
Step 4 : Then, sprinkle flour on a clean surface and work the dough with your hands, stretching and folding it several times to achieve a uniform texture.
Step 5 : Place the dough in a floured bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 30 minutes.
Step 6 : Meanwhile, melt butter in the microwave until very soft but not liquid.
Step 7 : Grease a large plate with butter and divide the dough into 8 equal parts, placing them on the greased dish.
Step 8 : Cover with plastic wrap and let rest another 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 9 : Then, generously grease a round baking dish with the remaining butter.
Step 10 : Lightly flour the surface of each dough ball and, with a brush or your hands, spread each with butter into a sheet about 30 cm in diameter, almost transparent.
Step 11 : At this point, fold the sides toward the center to form a triple fold, then roll the dough to create a cylinder.
Step 12 : Cut each cylinder in half and place the halves in the baking dish with the cut side facing up.
Step 13 : Repeat this process with all the balls, placing all pieces in the dish.
Step 14 : Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for about 40 more minutes.
Step 15 : Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and prepare for baking the rolls.
Step 16 : Before putting them in the oven, brush with remaining butter to give them shine, and bake at that temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 17 : Then, reduce the temperature to 165°C (329°F) and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes until golden.
Step 18 : Finally, let the rolls cool in the mold for about 20 minutes before serving.
Step 19 : This way, you can enjoy these delicious traditional rolls, which in their simple steps turn into a true homemade delight.
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