Indulge in the delightful world of Italian cuisine with our collection of semolina breadsticks recipes. These crispy and flavorful grissini, as they're traditionally called, are a staple in Italian bakeries and a perfect accompaniment to various dishes. Our recipes offer a range of options, from classic grissini to unique variations with different flavors and toppings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats. Discover the art of making semolina breadsticks and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
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HOW TO MAKE EASY SEMOLINA BREADSTICKS
Super easy breadsticks that even the novice baker can make at home without a problem.
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Bread
Time 40m
Yield 30-36 breadsticks
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Lightly grease a metal 18" x 13" pan with two tablespoons of olive oil and set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer equipped with a bread hook, combine the two flours, yeast, salt, lukewarm water and two remaining tablespoons of olive oil. Process until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. The dough will be slightly sticky. Cover and let it rest for one hour.
- Scoop the batter into the greased pan and spread it nearly to the edges. If the dough is too sticky, oil your fingers - that will help. If the dough doesn't stretch easily, let it relax for a while before you try again.
- Using a pizza wheel, or a sharp knife, score the dough crosswise and lengthwise into strips, so as to make about 30 breadsticks (see photo below). These are rather big breadsticks; you can make them smaller, if you prefer. Once you are done with scoring, cover the pan and let the dough rise at room temperature for 45 minutes. The dough will become puffy.
- While the dough is rising, preheat the oven to 375°F. Mince the fresh herbs finely and set them aside.
- Drizzle the dough lightly with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with the fresh herbs and the seasoning and place in the middle rack of the oven. Bake until the breadsticks are lightly golden brown, about 25 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Let it cool slightly and then cut the dough along the score lines. Place the bread sticks back in the baking pan, this time turn them on their sides (see photo). Return the pan to the oven, and bake for 5-6 minutes for soft bread sticks, or 10 minutes (for crispier bread sticks). Serve warm, or at room temperature with your favorite dip.
SEEDED SEMOLINA AND RICE FLOUR BREADSTICKS
This breadstick has a particularly satisfying crunch. I used a combination of sesame, poppy and sunflower seeds, along with a teaspoon of nigella seeds for flavor.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories appetizer
Time 2h30m
Yield Two dozen breadsticks
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Dissolve the yeast in the water in a large bowl or in the bowl of a stand mixer. Stir in the honey, agave nectar, malt extract or rice syrup. Let stand for five minutes. Stir in the olive oil.
- Combine the semolina, rice flour and salt, and add to the liquid mixture. If kneading by hand, stir until you can turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead for 10 minutes, adding flour as necessary to keep the dough from sticking to your hands and worktop. If using an electric mixer, mix at medium speed for 8 to 10 minutes. Add flour as necessary so that the dough comes away from the sides of the bowl. The dough should be elastic and just slightly sticky.
- Lightly flour your work surface or brush with olive oil. Using your hands or a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 14-by-4-inch rectangle. Make sure there is enough flour or oil underneath the dough so that it doesn't stick to the work surface. Brush the top with oil. Cover with plastic wrap, then with a damp kitchen towel. Allow to rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until nearly doubled. (If you need the workspace, lightly oil the underside of a sheet pan and place the dough on top.)
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees with the racks positioned in the middle and upper thirds of the interior space. Brush sheet pans with olive oil. Cut the dough crosswise into four equal pieces. One at a time, cut each piece crosswise into six equal pieces. Roll each piece between the board and your hands as you as if you were making a rope until it is as long as the baking sheet. For a tighter strip, twist the strands from one end to the other. As you shape each breadstick, brush it with beaten egg white and roll it in the seed mixture (1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of seeds per breadstick). Place 1 inch apart on the baking sheets until you've filled two baking sheets. Continue to shape the remaining breadsticks while the first batch is baking.
- Place in the oven, and bake 15 minutes. Switch the pans top to bottom and front to back, and bake another 10 minutes until the breadsticks are nicely browned (they will be darker on the bottom). Remove from the heat, and cool on a rack. Shape and bake any remaining dough as instructed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 103 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
BREADSTICKS
These taste soooo close to Olive Garden® breadsticks! So delicious! Goes well with pizza, pasta, and soup!
Provided by Kandilynn
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Dissolve 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar and yeast in 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
- Beat flour, oil, egg, salt, remaining sugar, and remaining warm water into yeast mixture until smooth, adding more flour if needed to form a soft dough. Turn dough onto a floured work surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to cover completely with oil. Cover bowl with a damp towel and place in a warm area until dough is doubled in size, about 40 minutes.
- Grease a baking sheet.
- Punch dough down and turn onto a floured work surface. Divide dough into 18 pieces and shape each into a 6-inch rope. Arrange dough pieces on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart; cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 25 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove cover from dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Whisk butter and garlic salt together in a bowl; brush over each breadstick. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 173 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
SEMOLINA AND SESAME GRISSINI (BREADSTICKS)
Grissini are thin, crispy Italian breadsticks, "like an extra serving of the best part of bread; the brown, crunchy, sesame-coated crust in concentrated form." This recipe is from Gina DePalma, the pastry chef at Mario Batali's _Babbo_ in NYC.
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h20m
Yield 24-30 breadsticks, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place 1/4 cup warm water in a small bowl with the yeast and a pinch of sugar. Stir to dissolve and let stand to proof, 5-7 minutes. If it is not foamy by then, the yeast is dead; get new yeast and start again.
- Place semolina and all-purpose flours in work bowl of a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment. Add the salt, and 2 tbsp of sesame seeds. Mix briefly to combine.
- Make a well in the pile of flour and add the proofed yeast, the remaining water, and the olive oil. Start the mixer on low speed until everything comes together and starts to get smooth, about 2 minutes. Increase to medium and knead another 2-3 minutes, until it begins to look velvety and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board and knead by hand until smooth and elastic (about 30 turns, about 1 minute). Grease a clean mixing bowl with olive oil and place the dough into it, turning the dough over to coat both sides.
- Cover with plastic wrap and set in a warm, dark spot until it triples in volume, about 2 1/2 hours. (Alternatively, place dough in an oiled, airtight plastic container at least twice the size of the dough mass and refrigerate overnight. Bring to room temperature before proceeding).
- Preheat oven to 400°F Coat 2 baking sheets each with 1 1/2 to 2 tbsp olive oil.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board. Cut dough in 6 equal pieces. Cover the unused pieces with a damp kitchen towel.
- Cut each piece into 4 or 5 equal pieces, each about the size of a medium walnut (3/4 to 1 ounce each). Using both hands, roll each piece against the board until it forms a 12 to 14 inch rope. Do not flour the board; the stickiness helps the dough stretch out.
- Place the rope on the baking sheet, rolling it to coat with oil. Spaced 1/2 inch apart, each sheet should hold 10 to 12 breadsticks.
- When all the breadsticks are made, coat with sesame seeds: pour the seeds into a long narrow pile, as long as the bread sticks and twice as wide. Starting with the first breadstick (which will be most relaxed and easiest to work with), roll each breadstick in the sesame seeds, coating well, then return it to the sheet pan. Sprinkle each with a bit of kosher salt and let rest 10 minutes.
- Bake 14-20 minutes. Halfway through, turn each sheet pan 180° in the oven, and swap racks, to ensure even browning. They are done when they are an even light golden brown (the ends may be a little darker). Cool completely on the baking sheets. Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Make sure the semolina flour is finely ground for a smooth dough.
- Use active dry yeast that is not expired.
- Proof the yeast in warm water with a little sugar to ensure it is active.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece of dough into a long, thin rope, about 12 inches long.
- Place the breadsticks on a greased baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the breadsticks in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Serve the breadsticks warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
These easy semolina breadsticks are a delicious and versatile addition to any meal. They are perfect for dipping in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or your favorite sauce. They can also be used as a side dish or as a snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can enjoy these delicious breadsticks at home.
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