If you’re looking to infuse your kitchen with the flavors of Greece, this Greek bread recipe is a must-try! Known for its distinct Mediterranean taste and airy texture, Greek bread is a delicious accompaniment to any meal. With just a handful of simple ingredients like flour, yeast, olive oil, and honey, you can recreate the authentic flavors of Greek cuisine right in your own home.
How to make Greek bread
To make this Greek bread, start by activating the yeast in warm water. Then, combine the yeast mixture with flour, sugar, olive oil, salt. Knead the dough until it’s smooth and elastic, allowing it to rise in a warm place until it doubles in size. Once the dough has risen, shape it into a round loaf and make diagonal slashes on the surface. These slashes not only add visual appeal but also help the bread expand while baking.
How to bake the Greek Bread
Bake the Greek bread in a pot, in a preheated oven until it turns a beautiful golden brown and gives off a tempting aroma. The result is a crusty exterior and a soft, chewy interior. Serve this bread alongside your favorite Greek dishes, such as tzatziki, hummus, or Greek salad, for a complete Mediterranean feast. With its authentic flavors and rustic charm, this Greek bread recipe will transport you straight to the picturesque streets of Greece.
Greek Bread, country style
Make your own homemade Greek Bread with this easy-to-follow recipe! Watch the whole video tutorial to avoid any mistakes! This recipe for Greek bread is really easy to follow, just make sure to watch the video.
12
servings15
minutes35
minutes377
kcal50
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Ingredients
1 kg 35 1/4 oz All Purpose Flour
100 g 3 1/2 oz All Purpose Flour (for kneading)
16 g 0.6 oz Dry yeast
20 g 0.7 oz Sugar
20 g 0.7 oz Salt
50 g 1 3/4 oz Olive oil
720 g 25.4 oz Water
Recipe directions
- In a bowl mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, water, olive oil.
- Let the dough rest for at least 40 minutes to rise.
- Sprinkle the table with flour and knead the dough.
- Form the dough in a shape to fit in your pot.
- Preheat the oven at 430 F (220 C) with the empty pot inside the oven. Let the dough rest until the oven, as well as the pot, are well heated.
- Put the dough in the hot pot and spray some water on it.
- Add some sesame seeds on top (optional).
- Carve the dough with a razor or a sharp knife.
- Put the lid on the pot and bake for about 30-35 minutes at 430 F (220 C).
- Take off the pot’s lid and bake again at 350 F (180 C) until golden brown (about 30 minutes)
Recipe video
Nutrition Facts
12 servings per container
Calories377
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Fat
4.9g
8%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g 4%
- Sodium 652mg 28%
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Potassium 125mg 4%
- Total Carbohydrate
72.1g
25%
- Dietary Fiber 2.8g 12%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 10g 20%
- Calcium 17%
- Iron 4%
* 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.
