Baltic Rye Bread (Pomeranian Chleb żytni)

Pomeranian Chleb żytni, also known as Baltic Rye Bread, is a traditional bread from the Pomeranian region of Poland. This hearty and flavorful bread is perfect for enjoying with soups, stews, or simply slathered with butter.

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Baltic Rye Bread (Pomeranian Chleb żytni)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups rye flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp instant yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the rye flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Add the warm water and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per slice
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper Wire rack

Tools

Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons Bread knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pomeranian Chleb żytni with a hearty soup or stew for a comforting meal.

Tips & tricks

For a crustier bread, place a pan of water in the bottom of the oven while baking to create steam.

Cost

$3