Pampushky with Garlic

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

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

   Aproximativ 10 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Ensure your water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.

2. 2

   Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

3. 3

   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

   Aproximativ 10 min.

   Nota bucătarului: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

4. 4

   Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 60-75 minutes, or until doubled in size.

   Aproximativ 1 oră 15 min.

   Nota bucătarului: A warm oven (turned off) with the light on can create a perfect rising environment.

5. 5

   Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Using a kitchen scale can help ensure even-sized pampushky.

6. 6

   Shape each piece into a small, round bun. Arrange the buns in a lightly oiled 9-inch round baking dish or an 8x8-inch square pan, leaving a little space between them.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Ensure the buns are somewhat close so they rise and bake into each other, creating soft sides.

7. 7

   Cover the pan again and let the pampushky rise for another 20-30 minutes, or until noticeably puffy.

   Aproximativ 30 min.

8. 8

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) while the pampushky are on their second rise.

   Aproximativ 15 min.

9. 9

   Bake the pampushky for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.

   Aproximativ 22 min.

   Nota bucătarului: The internal temperature should reach 93-96°C (200-205°F) when fully baked.

10. 10

    While the pampushky are baking, prepare the garlic sauce. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, vegetable oil, and salt.

    Aproximativ 5 min.

11. 11

    Once the pampushky are out of the oven, immediately brush the prepared garlic sauce generously over the warm buns.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Brushing while hot allows the buns to absorb the garlic flavor better.

12. 12

    Serve the pampushky warm and enjoy.