Turkuaz Kitchen Acuka Bread

Turkuaz Kitchen Acuka Bread is made with warm milk, warm water, yeast, an egg, olive oil, granulated sugar, salt, flour, and Acuka (a mix of tomato paste, chili paste, walnuts, garlic, panko, olive oil, cumin, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper). This easy Acuka Bread recipe creates a delicious bread that takes about 2 hours to prepare and can serve up to 10 people.

Turkuaz Kitchen Acuka Bread Ingredients

For The Bread:

• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 tbsp yeast
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 1/2 cups flour (plus more for hands if needed)

For The Acuka:

• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp chili paste
• 1/2 cup walnut, crumbled
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup crumbled bread or panko
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
• A pinch of granulated sugar
• A pinch of salt
• Black pepper
• Red pepper

How to Make Turkuaz Kitchen Acuka Bread

1. Activate the Yeast: In a medium bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and 1 tsp of sugar. Let it sit until frothy.
2. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the milk, olive oil, egg, and activated yeast. Stir well.
3. Knead the Dough: Add flour, remaining sugar, and salt to the mixture. Knead the dough for about 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Rest the Dough: Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Punch it down to release air. Repeat this process three times.
5. Final Rise: After the third kneading, cover the dough and let it rest for about 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
6. Prepare the Acuka: In a food processor, blend all the Acuka ingredients until smooth. Store in a glass jar if not using immediately.
7. Shape the Bread: On a floured counter, stretch out the dough. Spread a layer of Acuka, then sprinkle cheese and basil evenly over the dough. Roll it up and cut into equal pieces.
8. Second Rise: Place the rolled pieces on a tray and let them rest for about 20-30 minutes. Apply an egg wash on top.
9. Bake the Acuka Bread: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Recipe Tips

• Warm Liquids: Make sure milk and water are warm (not hot) to help the yeast grow. This helps the dough rise well.
• Knead Well: Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes to make it strong and give it good texture.
• Rest and Punch: Let the dough rise and punch it down three times. This makes the bread soft and fluffy.
• Even Acuka Spread: Spread Acuka evenly on the dough for the best flavor in each bite.
• Egg Wash: Brush the dough with egg wash before baking to get a nice golden and shiny crust.

What To Serve With Acuka Bread

Acuka Bread pairs well with a fresh salad, a meze platter, soup, or a cheese plate. It also can be served alongside roasted vegetables, olives, grilled meats, or a variety of dips for a delicious meal.

How To Store Acuka Bread

• Refrigerate: Store the bread in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Store in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 1 month. To thaw, leave it at room temperature for a few hours or overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftover Acuka Bread

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the bread in aluminum foil and heat for 10-15 minutes.
• In The Microwave: Wrap the bread in a damp paper towel and heat for 20-30 seconds.
• In The Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the bread in the air fryer basket and heat for 5-7 minutes.

Turkuaz Kitchen Acuka Bread Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 230
• Total Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 6g

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