Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
275 g

self raising flour

1 sachet

fast acting dried yeast

25 g

butter

chopped

150 ml

green tea

lukewarm, well stewed

0.5 tbsp

Nigella seeds

0.5 tbsp

Sesame seeds

30 ml

milk

60 g

sugar

brown

Step 1
~4 min

Combine flour, yeast, and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Chop butter into small pieces and add to the dry ingredients.

Step 3
~4 min

Pour lukewarm, strong-brewed green tea over the mixture.

Step 4
~4 min

Squeeze tea bags to extract all liquid into the dough.

Step 5
~4 min

Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 6
~4 min

Turn dough out onto a floured surface.

Step 7
~4 min

Knead for 10 minutes, adding flour as needed to prevent sticking.

Step 8
~4 min

Place the dough back in the mixing bowl and cover with cling film.

Step 9
~4 min

Let rise for 2 hours, or at least 30 minutes if short on time.

Step 10
~4 min

Remove the dough from the bowl and shape it into a loaf.

Step 11
~4 min

Place the loaf in a greased loaf tin.

Step 12
~4 min

Use scissors to make small cuts on top of the dough, creating a hedgehog-like appearance.

Step 13
~4 min

Cover and let rest for 30 minutes in the tin.

Step 14
~4 min

Preheat oven to 180C (350F).

Step 15
~4 min

Brush the top of the loaf with milk.

Step 16
~4 min

Sprinkle nigella and sesame seeds evenly over the milk-brushed surface.

Step 17
~4 min

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 18
~4 min

Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure green tea is not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.

Kneading well develops gluten for a better texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared in advance and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pairs well with tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cream cheese
Honey

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Unknown

Cultural Significance

Baking is a common culinary tradition across many cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Afternoon Tea
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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