Japanese Milk Bread
This Japanese milk bread recipe is perfect for dinner rolls, burger buns, or simply enjoying on its own with a generous spread of garlic butter.
Ingredients
- active yeast
- water
- flour
- water
- milk
- flour
- sugar
- salt
- milk
- egg
- butter
- egg
- butter
- garlic
- parsley
Method
- 1
Activate the yeast by combining 1 tablespoon of active yeast with 1/4 cup of warm water in a small bowl. Stir and set aside.
- 2
To make the tangzhong, combine 2 tablespoons of flour, 2 tablespoons of water, and 4.5 tablespoons of milk in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a paste-like consistency. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- 3
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 2 2/3 cups of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 4
Add 1/2 cup of milk, the activated yeast mixture, the cooled tangzhong, and one egg to the dry ingredients.
- 5
Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed for about 5 minutes, or until a shaggy dough ball forms.
- 6
With the mixer still on low, add the softened butter one tablespoon at a time, allowing each to incorporate before adding the next. Continue to mix until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 7
Remove the dough from the mixer, form it into a smooth ball, and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm place for 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- 8
Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Transfer it to a clean surface and divide it into 8 equal pieces, each weighing about 75 grams.
- 9
Roll each piece into a smooth ball and arrange them in a greased 8-inch round baking pan, leaving some space between each ball.
- 10
Cover the pan and let the rolls rest for another 45 minutes, or until they have puffed up and are touching.
- 11
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk one egg to create an egg wash and brush it evenly over the tops of the rolls.
- 12
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are a deep golden brown.
- 13
While the bread is baking, prepare the garlic butter by mixing melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.
- 14
As soon as the bread comes out of the oven, brush the garlic butter generously over the hot rolls. Serve warm and enjoy.
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