Follow these steps for perfect results
Standard strong bread flour (Lys Dor)
Whole wheat flour
Black kinako
Boiled adzuki beans
Salt
Dry yeast
Lukewarm water
Walnuts
Roasted
Preheat oven to 250C.
Roast the walnuts and set aside.
In a bowl, combine Lys Dor bread flour, whole wheat flour, and kinako.
Add boiled adzuki beans, salt, and dry yeast to the flour mixture.
Add lukewarm water and mix with chopsticks in a circular motion.
Switch to a spatula and knead in the walnuts until the dough doubles in size.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap, and let it rise until doubled.
Remove the dough from the wrap and release the gas.
Reshape the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.
Sift flour (not listed) into a fermentation basket.
Shape the dough into a round and place it into the basket with the seams facing up.
Let the dough rise a second time for 40 minutes.
Gently remove the dough from the basket and place on a cookie sheet.
Cut a cross into the dough and add butter to the slits.
Spray the dough with water.
Lower the oven temperature to 210C and bake for 25 minutes.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust water amount based on flour absorption.
Ensure dough is well-kneaded for best texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
Serve slices on a wooden board.
Serve with butter or jam
Pair with cheese and fruit
Use for sandwiches
Complements the nutty and earthy notes
Discover the story behind this recipe
Adzuki beans and kinako are traditional Japanese ingredients.
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