ezekiel bread recipe
Ezekiel bread is a nutritious and wholesome bread made from sprouted whole grains and legumes. Packed with fiber and protein, it offers a delightful, nutty flavor and a chewy texture. This recipe will guide you through the process of making your own Ezekiel bread at home.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 kitchen scale (optional)
- 1 food processor or high-powered blender
- 1 loaf pan (9x5 inches)
- 1 clean kitchen towel
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat grains About 170g.
- 1 cup spelt grains About 170g.
- 1/2 cup barley About 85g.
- 1/2 cup lentils About 100g.
- 1/4 cup millet About 45g.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 1 1/2 cups water About 375ml.
Instructions
- Rinse the whole grains and lentils under cold water. Soak them in separate bowls with enough water to cover the grains and legumes for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- After soaking, drain and rinse the grains and lentils thoroughly. Place them in a food processor or high-powered blender.
- Add 1½ cups of water, honey or agave syrup, and salt to the food processor or blender.
- Blend the mixture until it reaches a dough-like consistency. If needed, add more water a tablespoon at a time to achieve the desired texture.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it sit at room temperature for 8-12 hours to sprout.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the loaf pan.
- Pour the sprouted mixture into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the bread is firm and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make sure to soak the grains and legumes for adequate time to enhance their nutritional benefits.
You can experiment with other grains and legumes as per your preference.
Store the bread in an airtight container, and it should last up to a week at room temperature or longer if refrigerated.