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Medium 3 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Broa de Milho
A Portuguese corn and wheat bread with a rustic crust, dense crumb, and lightly sweet corn aroma.
Medium⏱️ 2 hr 7 min📖 1 min readServes 8~246 kcal🇵🇹 Portuguese🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 42 min cook 60 min rest
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 2 h 7 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h
- Cooking42 min
Ingredients
8 servings
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For the dough
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Cornmeal
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Flour
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Hot water
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Warm water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Instant yeast
- 1.3 tatlı kaşığı(~13 ml) Salt
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Olive oil
For serving
- 150 gr White cheese
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Olives
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the cornmeal with hot water and let it swell for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 2
In a separate bowl, let the warm water, yeast, and sugar foam for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the flour, salt, olive oil, and yeasted water to the cornmeal mixture and knead.
- 4
Let the dough rise in a covered bowl for 45 minutes.
45 min45:00 - 5
Shape the dough into a round loaf, place it on a tray, and rest for a second time for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 6
Bake the broa de milho in a 210°C oven for 38 to 42 minutes, until the crust firms.
42 min42:00 - 7
Slice the bread once it is warm rather than hot, and serve with white cheese and olives.
💡 Tip: Moisten the cornmeal with hot water first; if this step is skipped, the bread crumb stays gritty and falls apart when sliced.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve broa de milho as breakfast bread with olive oil, white cheese, and optional olives.
Nutrition (per serving)
~246
kcal calories
6
g protein
46
g carbs
4.5
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 74%Fat 16%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Broa de Milho make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Broa de Milho take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 42 minutes, including 60 minutes of passive resting; 127 minutes in total.Is Broa de Milho difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Broa de Milho have?
Approximately 246 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 46g, fat: 4.5g.Which allergens does Broa de Milho contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Broa de Milho belong to?
This recipe belongs to Portuguese cuisine.How many ingredients does Broa de Milho need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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