PORTUGUESE CORNBREAD (BROA)
Steps:
- 1. Combine the yeast and half the cornmeal in a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of the water and beat until smooth. Allow to rise in a warm spot until doubled in bulk, 30 to 45 minutes.
- 2. Stir the mixture to deflate it, and add the remaining water, milk, oil, salt and the remaining cornmeal. Stir to combine. Add enough of the flour, 1 cup at a time, to make a soft but workable dough, usually about 5 cups.
- 3. Turn onto a well-floured surface and knead vigorously for 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning it so as to cover all sides lightly with grease. Cover with a clean cloth and allow to rise until double in bulk, about 1 hour.
- 4. Punch the dough down and knead on a well-floured surface for 5 minutes. Replace in the bowl, allow to double in bulk again, then knead for 5 more minutes. Divide the dough in two and form into round balls. Place on a greased baking sheet or in individual greased cake pans and allow to double in bulk again.
- 5. Place a shallow pan of water in the bottom of the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F. Place the loaves in the center of the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- 6. Reduce the oven temperature to 400 degrees F and bake an additional 15 minutes. Once the loaves are browned and produce a hollow sound when thumped, remove to cooling racks.
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Yaniv Shmuel
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cornbread, but this recipe was pretty good. It was moist and flavorful, and I liked the texture.
Shazia Moazzam
[email protected]This cornbread was a nice change from my usual recipe. I liked the addition of the cornmeal and the orange zest.
augustine ortega
[email protected]I've made this cornbread several times and it always turns out great! It's a family favorite.
Timothy Unsell
[email protected]This cornbread was delicious! I loved the addition of the orange zest and the cornmeal gave it a nice texture.
Sikhumbuzo Michael Matsane
[email protected]This cornbread was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would add a little more milk next time.
Orkaaga Peace
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of cornbread, and this recipe did not disappoint! It was moist, flavorful, and had a perfect crumb. I will definitely be making this again.
Maryam Fiaz
[email protected]I would give this cornbread a 7 out of 10. It was good, but not great. I liked the texture, but I thought it was a little too sweet for my taste.
laura parker
[email protected]I thought this cornbread was just okay. It was a little too dense for my taste, and it didn't have a lot of flavor.
Faisal Ahmed Memon
[email protected]This cornbread was a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and it didn't have much flavor.
GaaN BaNgLa ViSiOn
[email protected]This is the best cornbread recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Norman Schmitt
[email protected]I'm not a great baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cornbread turned out delicious! My family loved it.
RExx Mahid
[email protected]This cornbread was easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. I served it with chili and it was the perfect accompaniment.
Arryan Ali
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind! The texture was perfect - slightly crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. The flavor was also amazing, with a perfect balance of sweetness and savory.
Victoria Gasal
[email protected]This cornbread was a hit at my dinner party! It was moist and flavorful, and my guests couldn't get enough of it. I especially loved the addition of the orange zest, which gave it a unique and delicious flavor.