Bolo do Caco

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.

   Aproximativ 10 min.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, mash the boiled sweet potato until very smooth.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Ensure there are no lumps for a smooth dough.

3. 3

   Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mashed sweet potato.

4. 4

   Pour the activated yeast mixture into the flour and sweet potato mixture.

5. 5

   Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

6. 6

   Knead the dough for about 10-12 minutes until it is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.

   Aproximativ 12 min.

   Nota bucătarului: If the dough is too sticky, add a tiny bit more flour, a teaspoon at a time.

7. 7

   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

   Aproximativ 1 oră 30 min.

8. 8

   Once risen, gently punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

9. 9

   Shape each piece into a round, slightly flattened disc, about 1-inch thick.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

10. 10

    Heat a heavy-bottomed pan, cast iron skillet, or griddle over medium-high heat. Do not add any oil.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: A very hot pan is key to getting a good crust.

11. 11

    Cook each bolo do caco for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

    Aproximativ 20 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Adjust heat if browning too quickly. The inside should be soft and fluffy.

12. 12

    While the bread is cooking, prepare the garlic butter by combining the minced garlic, melted vegan butter, and chopped fresh parsley in a small bowl.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

13. 13

    Once cooked, transfer the bolo do caco to a wire rack and immediately brush generously with the garlic butter.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Brushing while hot allows the butter to melt into the bread.

14. 14

    Serve warm.