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Simit – Turkish Sesame-Crusted Bread Ring

Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy within—this iconic Turkish street snack gets a smart makeover. Using egg white wash instead of egg yolk and baking instead of deep-frying cuts 40% of calories while keeping that irresistible golden sesame crust and authentic flavor intact.

25m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

14g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 200g bread flour
✓ 50g whole wheat flour
✓ 7g instant yeast (1 sachet)
✓ 6g fine sea salt
✓ 1 tsp sugar
✓ 150ml lukewarm water
✓ 1 tbsp olive oil
✓ 3 egg whites
✓ 1 tbsp molasses or honey
✓ 60g white sesame seeds
✓ 1 tsp nigella seeds (optional)
✓ 1/4 tsp black salt or sea salt (for topping)
✓ Light oil spray (olive or coconut)
✓ Extra flour for dusting

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix the Dough: Combine bread flour, whole wheat flour, yeast, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center, pour lukewarm water and olive oil, then mix until shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

2. First Rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp kitchen towel, and let rise at room temperature for 60–90 minutes until doubled in size.

3. Shape the Rings: Divide dough into 2 equal portions. Roll each into a 25cm-long rope, then form into a ring by overlapping the ends by 2cm and pressing firmly to seal. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

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4. Second Rise: Cover shaped rings with the damp towel and let proof for 30–40 minutes until puffy and slightly increased in size.

5. Prepare the Egg White Wash: Whisk together egg whites and molasses in a shallow bowl until combined. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then pour into a shallow dish.

6. Coat with Sesame: Brush each simit ring generously with egg white wash, then immediately roll or dip the top and sides into toasted sesame seeds. Sprinkle nigella seeds and sea salt if using. Return to baking sheet.

7. Bake: Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly spray sesame-coated rings with oil spray. Bake for 20–25 minutes until deep golden brown. Sesame should be toasted and fragrant; dough should sound hollow when tapped.

8. Cool & Serve: Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Best enjoyed within 2 hours of baking, but stores well in an airtight container for 3 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein14g

Carbohydrates52g

Fat10g

🏷️ Tags

#Turkish sesame bread recipe#healthy baked simit#low-calorie street food snacks

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