Slovakian Caraway Seed Buns (Japanese-Style)
Soft and fluffy buns infused with the warmth of caraway seeds, inspired by traditional Slovakian baking, but with a modern Japanese twist.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup warm milk
- ●1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ●3 cups rich, dense Slovakian flour
- ●1 tablespoon sugar
- ●1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- ●2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ●1 large egg
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ●1/4 cup sesame seedsoptional
Instructions
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1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and caraway seeds.
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3. Add the melted butter, egg, and salt to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
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4. Add the yeast mixture to the dough and knead for 10 minutes.
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5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it slightly into a disk.
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8. Place the buns on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each bun.
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9. If using sesame seeds, brush the tops of the buns with a little water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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10. Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
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11. Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.