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Medium 1 hr 57 min~340 kcal 5/10
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Samoon
An Iraqi diamond-shaped daily bread with a thin crisp crust, soft crumb, sesame topping, and a quick high-heat bake.
Medium⏱️ 42 min📖 1 min readServes 8~260 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
28 min prep 14 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 42 min- Prep28 min
- Cooking14 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
Hamur
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Flour
- 1.4 cup(~280 ml) Warm water
- 2 dessert spoon(~20 ml) Dry yeast
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Olive oil
Üzeri
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Sesame seeds
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the warm water, yeast, and sugar, and let it foam for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 2
Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl.
- 3
Add the yeasted water and olive oil, and knead for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 4
Cover the dough and let it rise for 45 minutes, until doubled.
45 min45:00 - 5
Divide the dough into 8 pieces and shape them like diamonds.
- 6
Rest the breads on the tray for 15 minutes, brush the tops with water, and sprinkle with sesame.
15 min15:00 - 7
Bake at 220°C for 14 minutes, until browned.
14 min14:00
💡 Tip: Press the center of each samoon lightly and taper the ends; this shape helps the bread rise evenly at high heat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the warm breads with optional lentil soup, olives, or tomato salad.
Nutrition (per serving)
~260
kcal calories
8
g protein
48
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 71%Fat 17%
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
- Sesame
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 Samoon make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Samoon take?
Prep 28 minutes, cooking 14 minutes; 42 minutes in total.Is Samoon difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Samoon have?
Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 48g, fat: 5g.Which allergens does Samoon contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Samoon belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Samoon need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.
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