Putian-style St. Galler Brot

Ingredients

In this Putian-style adaptation, the traditional Swiss St. Galler Brot is enhanced with Putian flavors. The original recipe is modified by incorporating Putian ingredients like dried seafood, mushrooms, and soy sauce, which add a distinct umami taste to the bread. This fusion dish combines the best of Swiss and Putian cuisine, creating a unique and flavorful bread. We alse have the original recipe for St. Galler Brot, so you can check it out.

• 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 10g (2 tsp) instant yeast 10g (2 tsp) instant yeast
• 10g (2 tsp) salt 10g (2 tsp) salt
• 300ml (1 ¼ cups) water 300ml (1 ¼ cups) water
• 50g (1/4 cup) dried seafood (such as dried shrimp or scallops), soaked and finely chopped 50g (1/4 cup) dried seafood (such as dried shrimp or scallops), soaked and finely chopped
• 50g (1/4 cup) dried mushrooms, soaked and finely chopped 50g (1/4 cup) dried mushrooms, soaked and finely chopped
• 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 4g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 46g, 1g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt.
2. 2.
   Gradually add water and mix until a dough forms.
3. 3.
   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. 4.
   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, mix the chopped dried seafood, mushrooms, soy sauce, and vegetable oil.
6. 6.
   Punch down the risen dough and flatten it into a rectangle shape.
7. 7.
   Spread the seafood and mushroom mixture evenly over the dough.
8. 8.
   Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the longer sides.
9. 9.
   Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10. 10.
    Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
11. 11.
    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
12. 12.
    Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
13. 13.
    Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Dried seafood — Ensure that the dried seafood is soaked until soft before finely chopping it for the filling.

Tips & Tricks

• For a stronger seafood flavor, you can add a small amount of dried shrimp paste to the filling mixture.
• Experiment with different types of dried seafood and mushrooms to create your own unique flavor profile.
• Serve the Putian-style St. Galler Brot warm with a spread of butter or alongside a bowl of hot soup for a comforting meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Putian-style St. Galler Brot as a side dish with your favorite Putian-style seafood or vegetable stir-fry. It also pairs well with hot and sour soup or a refreshing cucumber salad.

Presentation advice

Slice the Putian-style St. Galler Brot into thick slices and arrange them on a platter. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for an added touch of color.