Portuguese Sofrito Bread (A B M)

Sofrito is a popular base in Portuguese cuisine, typically made with onions, garlic, and tomatoes. It adds a flavorful twist to this bread recipe.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Portuguese Sofrito Bread (A B M)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Portuguese Courses: Any, Bread, Portuguese Cuisine Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 8 Calories: 1760

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
3. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture.
4. Stir until the dough comes together, then knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
7. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Cook until softened.
8. Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
9. Remove from heat and let the sofrito mixture cool.
10. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
11. Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a floured surface.
12. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the sofrito mixture evenly over it.
13. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long side, and pinch the seam to seal.
14. Place the rolled dough on a greased baking sheet and let it rest for 15 minutes.
15. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
16. Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing.
17. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.