A stunning round bread loaf, golden-brown and slightly glossy on the top. It's cut into revealing a delightful swirl pattern of vibrant green parsley within its fluffy, honey-brown interior. The bread is plated on a rustic wooden board with fresh parsley around.

Soy-Parsley Swirl Bread

Name: Soy-Parsley Swirl Bread
Prep time: 120 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: Fresh parsley, 1 cup finely chopped; Bread flour, 3 cups; Active dry yeast, 2 1/4 teaspoons; Warm water, 1 1/4 cups; Honey, 2 tablespoons; Soy sauce, 2 tablespoons; Vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon; Salt, 1 teaspoon; Egg, 1 for egg wash

Category Main Course

Prep 120 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: January 20, 2025

This recipe brings a unique fusion of East and West to the table by combining the warm comfort of classic bread with the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine. Our star ingredient, parsley, adds a refreshing twist, while honey and soy sauce provide a delightful balance of sweetness and umami.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh parsley - 1 cup - finely chopped
Bread flour - 3 cups
Active dry yeast - 2 1/4 teaspoons
Warm water - 1 1/4 cups
Honey - 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
Salt - 1 teaspoon
Egg - 1 - for egg wash

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥣💦🍯

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir honey, salt, and oil.
Step 2 - 🍞✨👐

Slowly add flour, mix well until a soft dough forms. Knead dough on a floured surface till it's smooth and elastic.
Step 3 - 🍚⏲️🍞

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover and let it rise until it has doubled in size.
Step 4 - 🌿🥣🥖

Spread finely chopped parsley and soy sauce over the rolled out dough.
Step 5 - 🌀🥖⏲️

Roll the dough tightly, sealing the seam. Place seam side down on a baking sheet and let it rest until it has doubled in size.
Step 6 - 🌡️🥚🍞

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush the dough with a beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Additional

This bread can be enjoyed as a standalone snack, or paired with soups and salads for a complete meal. For a vegan-friendly alternative, use a plant-based milk wash instead of egg. Kids could help with kneading the dough and brushing the egg wash.