Overnight Kubaneh Bread

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1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

   Ongeveer 2 min

2. 2

   Gradually add the warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

   Ongeveer 2 min

3. 3

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

   Ongeveer 10 min

   Tip van de kok: The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.

4. 4

   Lightly grease a clean bowl with butter, place the dough in it, and turn to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

   Ongeveer 2 uur

   Tip van de kok: A slightly warm oven (turned off) can be a good spot for rising.

5. 5

   Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 6-8 equal pieces.

   Ongeveer 2 min

6. 6

   On a lightly buttered surface, take one piece of dough and flatten it into a thin rectangle using your hands or a rolling pin. Brush generously with melted butter.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Aim for a very thin rectangle, almost transparent in places.

7. 7

   Starting from one short end, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Then coil the log into a spiral shape, tucking the end underneath.

   Ongeveer 5 min

8. 8

   Repeat this process for the remaining dough pieces.

   Ongeveer 10 min

9. 9

   Generously grease a 20-22 cm round baking pan (preferably with a lid) with butter. Arrange the coiled dough pieces snugly in the pan.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: A cast iron pot or an oven-safe pot with a tight-fitting lid works best.

10. 10

    Cover the pan tightly with its lid or aluminum foil. Place in a cold oven and set the temperature to 100°C (210°F).

    Tip van de kok: The low, slow heat is crucial for the traditional Kubaneh texture.

11. 11

    Bake for 8-10 hours, or overnight, until the kubaneh is deeply golden brown and cooked through.

    Ongeveer 8 uur

    Tip van de kok: You can start it before bed and wake up to freshly baked bread.

12. 12

    Carefully remove from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan before serving. It's traditionally served warm.

    Ongeveer 5 min