Onion Bread Recipe

Name: Onion Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 onion (very finely chopped); 1 -2 garlic clove (crushed); 2 teaspoons creamed horseradish; 1 kg wholemeal plain flour; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; 21 g fast action dried yeast; 625 ml warm water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 egg (beaten, for glazing); 1 tablespoon poppy seed (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a saucepan and fry the onions until golden.
2
Add the garlic and fry for 2-3 minutes.
3
Mix in the horseradish and leave to cool.
4
Mix the flour, salt and yeast together in a large bowl.
5
Stir in the warm water and olive oil.
6
Work to a dough and knead well (approx.
7
10 minutes), adding a little more flour or water if necessary.
8
Roll the dough into a short, thick oblong.
9
Using fingertips, make several indentations and spoon over the onion mixture.
10
Roll dough around the filling and knead briefly.
11
Cut the mixture in half and shape into 2 loaves and place into well greases 1kg loaf tins.
12
Cover and leave to prove for approximately 40 minutes or until doubled in size.
13
Preheat oven to 220 degrees celcius (425 degrees Fahrenheit).
14
Glaze the 2 loaves with beaten egg and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
15
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until well risen and golden.
16
Allow to stand in the tin for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

1057

kcal

Calories

Fat

201

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 onion (very finely chopped), 1 -2 garlic clove (crushed), 2 teaspoons creamed horseradish, and more.

Yes, Onion Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Onion Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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