Amasi Bread (Sour Milk Bread)
Amasi Bread (Sour Milk Bread). Follow this simple method to recreate a beloved classic at home.
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Keuken Zuid-Afrikaans
- 3 kopjes cakemeel
- 2 tsp bakpoeder
- 1 tsp zout
- 1½–2 kopjes amasi (room temperature)
- 1 el suiker (optioneel)
- 1 el oil or melted butter (optional, for softness)
Prepare the dry ingredients:In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if using). Add the amasi:Gradually stir in the amasi until a thick, sticky dough forms. Add oil or butter if using. Rest the dough:Cover and let the dough rest for 10–15 minutes. This helps the flour hydrate and improves texture. To Bake
Verwarm de oven voor op 180°C.Grease a loaf tin or round baking dish.
Spoon in the dough and smooth the top.
Bakken voor 45–55 minutes, until golden and a skewer comes out clean.
Cool slightly before slicing.