Lagana Bread

Lagana Bread is a traditional Greek flatbread known for its light, airy texture and delightful olive oil flavor. Perfect for breakfast, it's best enjoyed fresh from the oven, topped with your favorite spreads or served alongside olives and cheese.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• warm water - 150 ml
• active dry yeast - 5 grams
• olive oil - 30 ml
• salt - 5 grams
• sugar - 5 grams
• sesame seeds - 10 grams

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a flat round loaf, about 1.5 cm thick.
7. Transfer the loaf to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Dimple the surface with your fingertips and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 190
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which may support heart health.

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