Traditional French Pistolets - Little Onion And Rye

Name: Traditional French Pistolets - Little Onion And Rye Bread Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bread rolls; 310 ml tepid water; 20 g fresh yeast, crumbled; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 400 g strong white bread flour (high gluten); 100 g rye flour; 2 -3 tablespoons dried onion; Topping; water, and onion salt or onion powder, for finish; flour, for dusting

Servings: persons

Bread rolls
310 ml tepid water
20 g fresh yeast, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
400 g strong white bread flour (high gluten)
100 g rye flour
2 -3 tablespoons dried onion
Topping
water, and onion salt or onion powder, for finish
flour, for dusting

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["To start the dough in the bread machine, add the ingredients in the order posted - except the topping and extra flour for dusting. Put on ""dough"" setting to mix, prove and rise.", "Pre-heat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas mark 7.", "Once the dough has risen, turn out of the tin on to a floured board and knock back, then knead for a minute or two. Cut into 12 pieces and shape into ovals. Place on well greased and floured baking sheets and cover with oiled cling-film; leave them in a warm place to rise for 30 minutes, or until almost doubled in size.", "Brush the rolls with water and then sprinkle with onion salt or normal salt, before dusting with flour. Using an oiled handle of a wooden spoon, split each roll almost in half lengthways, see photo. Allow to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before baking in pre-heated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. The pistolets should sound hollow when tapped and have a crusty finish. Allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack then serve warm with butter and fillings to taste. These freeze very well."]

543

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bread rolls, 310 ml tepid water, 20 g fresh yeast, crumbled, 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons melted butter, and more.

Yes, Traditional French Pistolets - Little Onion And Rye Bread Rolls 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.

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Traditional French Pistolets - Little Onion And Rye Bread Rolls

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