Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Knots

Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Knots are made with flour, dry yeast, olive oil, salt, sugar, warm water, butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and fresh parsley.

This easy Garlic Knots recipe creates a delicious side dish that takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to prepare and can give you about 15 Knots.

Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Knots Ingredients

For The Dough:

• 4.5 cups flour
• 1 1/2 tsp dry yeast
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (use controlled)

For The Garlic Butter Topping:

• 6 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp oregano
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp honey or sugar

After Baking:

• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Knots

1. Activate the Yeast: In a medium bowl, add 1/2 cup warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until frothy.
2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the remaining water, activated yeast, flour, oil, sugar, and salt. Stir well. Knead the dough for about 4-5 minutes until smooth.
3. First Rest: Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
4. Punch Down and Knead: Punch down the dough to release the air. Knead it a little bit. Repeat this punching and kneading process three times. This ensures a soft and fluffy dough.
5. Second Rest: Once the dough is ready, cover it and let it rest for about 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
6. Shape the Knots: Transfer the dough to a floured counter and stretch it out. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut the dough into 20 1-inch strips using a pizza cutter. Roll each strip between your palms to form a rope about 8″ long. Tie each rope into a knot and place them on a prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush with butter, if desired.
7. Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and salt. Brush the knots with this mixture, reserving some for after baking.
8. Final Rest: Set the tray on top of a warm oven and let the garlic knots rest for 5 minutes before baking.
9. Bake: Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until the knots turn light golden brown.
10. After Baking: Remove the knots from the oven and brush with the remaining garlic butter. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and parsley.
11. Serve: Serve the garlic knots warm with tomato sauce.

Recipe Tips

• Check Your Yeast: Make sure your yeast is fresh. This helps your dough rise well and makes the knots fluffy.
• Right Water Temperature: Use warm water to activate the yeast. The water should be warm, around 110°F (43°C), not hot or cold.
• Knead the Dough Well: Knead the dough for about 4-5 minutes. This makes the dough smooth and stretchy.
• Let the Dough Rest: Let the dough rest and rise as the recipe says. This makes the garlic knots soft and airy.
• Garlic Butter Twice: Brush the knots with garlic butter before and after baking. This makes them extra tasty.

What To Serve With Garlic Knots

Garlic Knots pair well with marinara sauce, Caesar salad, spaghetti, or meatballs. They can also be served alongside roasted vegetables, chicken parmesan, lasagna, or minestrone soup for a tasty meal.

How To Store Garlic Knots

• Refrigerate: Store leftover garlic knots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Place garlic knots in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, leave them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

How To Reheat Garlic Knots

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the garlic knots on a baking sheet and heat for 5-10 minutes until warm.
• In The Microwave: Place the garlic knots on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Heat on medium power for 20-30 seconds or until warm.
• In The Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the garlic knots in the air fryer basket and heat for 3-4 minutes until warm.

Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Knots Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 garlic knot

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 19g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 3g

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