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Traditional Roosterkoek

Makes 16

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup (180 grams) plus 2 tablespoons (30 grams) warm water (105°F/40°C to 110°F/43°C), divided
  • 1 tablespoon (6 grams) instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons (8 grams) granulated sugar
  • cups (313 grams) all-purpose flour*
  • 2 teaspoons (6 grams) kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons (28 grams) sunflower oil
  • Peach Mango Chutney (recipe follows)

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons (30 grams) warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand until mixture is foamy, about 2 minutes.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, combine flour and salt. With mixer on medium-low speed, gradually add oil and remaining ¾ cup (180 grams) warm water. Beat until a shaggy dough forms, 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape sides of bowl, and add yeast mixture. Increase mixer speed to medium, and beat until dough is smooth, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, and shape into a ball. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover with plastic wrap, and let stand in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
  • Divide dough into 16 equal pieces, and shape into balls. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Spray a braai grid or grill basket with cooking spray, and heat on grill for 5 minutes. Stretch dough into 3-inch disks.
  • Working in batches, if necessary, grill disks in braai grid or grill basket, covered, until top of bread begins to puff and bottom is golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn, and grill 5 to 6 minutes more. Serve warm with Peach Mango Chutney. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

*For a darker bread, substitute ¼ cup (31 grams) all-purpose flour with whole wheat or buckwheat flour.
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