Best 2 Rebeccas Jewish Rye Bread Recipes

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Looking for a classic Jewish rye bread recipe that delivers a dense, flavorful loaf with a slightly sour tang? Look no further! This collection features two variations of Rebecca's Jewish rye bread: one using a sourdough starter and one using commercial yeast. Both recipes result in a beautiful dark rye bread with a crispy crust and a moist, chewy crumb. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own, this traditional Jewish bread is a true delight.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

REAL NY JEWISH RYE BREAD



Real NY Jewish Rye Bread image

For thousands of years man has been enjoying bread. This rye bread recipe will add to this ancient enjoyment. Having lived in northwest Connecticut for over 35 years, in close proximity to NYC with its great Jewish delis, baking some of the finest rye bread going, I snagged this recipe from a friend. Hope you like it. Enjoy and share with your family, friends, and neighbors.

Provided by Dad's world famous

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Whole Grain Bread Recipes     Rye Bread

Time 3h25m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups unbleached bread flour (such as King Arthur®)
1 cup dark rye flour
3 tablespoons dry potato flakes
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
1 ½ tablespoons demerara sugar
2 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
1 cup warm water
¼ cup canola oil
¼ cup sour pickle juice

Steps:

  • Place bread flour, rye flour, potato flakes, caraway seeds, demarara sugar, yeast, and sea salt in the bowl of a large stand mixer. Turn mixer to low and thoroughly mix dry ingredients. Beat warm water, canola oil, and pickle juice into dry ingredients. Fit dough hook onto mixer and beat until dough is rough and shaggy-looking.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let rest for exactly 30 minutes. Remove plastic wrap and knead dough in stand mixer with dough hook until smooth, firm, and only slightly sticky, 6 to 8 minutes. Turn dough onto a floured work surface and knead until smooth, 1 to 2 more minutes.
  • Form dough into a ball, place dough into an oiled bowl, and turn dough around several times in bowl to coat with oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, set into a warm place, and let rise until nearly double, about 1 hour.
  • Grease a 5x9-inch loaf pan. Turn dough onto a lightly oiled surface, shape into a log, and place into prepared loaf pan. Cover with a cloth kitchen towel and let rise until top of dough has risen slightly over top of pan, 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Place rack in middle of oven and preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake loaf until golden brown and cooked through, about 35 minutes. The internal temperature of the bread should be 190 degrees F (90 degrees C). If loaf browns too quickly, cover loosely with a tent of aluminum foil with shiny side out. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 191.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

NEW YORK DELI-STYLE RYE BREAD



New York Deli-Style Rye Bread image

American "deli rye" is descended from traditional breads in Middle and Eastern Europe, where rye and wheat grow together and "bread spice" (a combination of caraway, coriander, anise and fennel seeds) is common. This kind of rye bread spread across the United States in the 20th century along with Jewish delicatessens, where it served as the perfect foil for rich fillings like pastrami and chopped liver -- not to mention tuna melts. The sour tang and chewy texture of the original breads have largely been lost over time, because rye bread today is made mostly from wheat flour and just a scant amount of rye. This recipe restores some of the original charm, but is still quick and easy for home baking.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     breads

Time 4h30m

Yield 1 large loaf

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups/310 grams bread flour
1 cup/155 grams light rye flour
2 teaspoons/6 grams caraway seeds (optional)
2 teaspoons/10 grams kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoon/5 grams active dry yeast
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons flavorless vegetable oil, such as grapeseed or canola
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a standing mixer, whisk together the flours, caraway seeds (if using), salt and yeast. Put 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water into a small bowl, then stir in the honey and oil.
  • Using a dough hook attachment at low speed, gradually pour in the liquid mixture. Mix just until a cohesive dough starts to form and no streaks of dry flour remain, about 2 minutes. Scrape down sides of the bowl halfway through. Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let dough rest for 20 minutes.
  • Turn mixer to medium-low and knead until smooth and elastic, easily clearing the sides of the bowl, about 8 minutes. The dough should be moist but not sticky; if needed, add more flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Lightly oil a medium-size mixing bowl. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead 30 seconds, shaping dough into a smooth round ball. Place seam side down in the oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Stack 2 rimmed baking sheets and line the top sheet with aluminum foil. Punch the dough down to deflate. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Press and stretch into a rough 6-inch square.
  • Lift and fold top 2 corners of dough into the center of the square and press gently to seal. Lift and fold down the upper third of the dough toward the center and press gently to seal. Lift and fold down the top half of the dough to form a loaf, and pinch the seam closed. Turn the loaf seam side down, gently slide hands underneath, and transfer to the prepared pan. You should have an oval loaf about 8 inches by 4 inches; use hands to shape as needed. Cover with oiled plastic wrap and let rise until loaf increases in size by about half, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, place a rack in the lower third of oven and heat to 450 degrees. When the dough has risen, make 3 deep slashes across the top, using a sharp paring knife or razor blade. Place in oven, reduce heat to 375 degrees and bake until deep golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes, rotating pan once during baking.
  • Meanwhile, dissolve cornstarch in 1 cup cold water. Simmer in saucepan or microwave until clear and syrupy. Transfer hot, baked bread immediately to a wire rack and brush top and sides with cornstarch mixture until glazed and shiny. Let cool completely before slicing.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality rye flour for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the water is warm but not hot, as this can kill the yeast.
  • Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, this will help develop the gluten and give the bread a chewy texture.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, this will ensure that the bread is light and airy.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown and crusty.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Rebecca's Jewish Rye Bread is a delicious and authentic bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This bread is a great source of dietary fiber and is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. Whether you are looking for a traditional Jewish bread or simply a delicious and hearty bread, Rebecca's Jewish Rye Bread is the perfect choice.

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