1. Getting the Lentils Ready
Crush the lentils: Begin by crushing 3/4 cup (around 120 g) of lentils in a coffee grinder or food processor until they become like flour. This will be the foundation of your bread without flour.
2. Combining the Ingredients
Mix wet. Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the crushed lentils with 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 2 eggs. Add salt according to your preference.
Mix well: Stir these ingredients together until you get a smooth, even dough.
3. Including Important Parts
Mix baking soda and vinegar: Put 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Add the vinegar to the baking soda to make it work, then mix it into the dough right away.
Add 1.4 ounces (around 3 tablespoons) of psyllium seeds to the mixture. Mix thoroughly to make sure all the ingredients are evenly combined. The dough will be like thick oatmeal.
4. Soaking to Enhance Nutrients
Soak the dough: Allow the mixture to rest for 10-15 minutes. Soaking the psyllium seeds helps them absorb water, making the dough thicker and helping it rise a bit. This also improves the dough's nutritional content.
5. Getting seeds ready.
Toast the Seeds: In a pan without oil, heat 1 ounce (around 2 tablespoons) of pumpkin seeds and 1 ounce (around 2 tablespoons) of sunflower seeds over medium heat. Stir often until they turn slightly brown and smell good, for about 3-5 minutes.
Mix the toasted seeds into the batter thoroughly. You will see that the mixture becomes thicker once the seeds are included.
6. Making Bread
Get the Baking Pan ready: Cover a deep, long, and narrow bread pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with a bit of oil.
Mold the Dough: Evenly spread the dough in the pan and flatten the top with a spatula. Put a little vegetable oil on top of the dough to make a crispy crust.
Add toppings: If you want, you can make a small cut on the top of the dough and sprinkle sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor.
Baking instructions: Put the pan in an oven that has been preheated to 180°C (350°F). Bake the bread for 50-60 minutes until it is firm and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, take it out and put it on a rack to cool completely before cutting.
Nutritional Facts (Per Slice, for 12 Slices)
Calories: 120 calories
Protein: 6 grams
Carbs: 10 grams
Dietary fiber: 4 grams
Sugars: 1 gram
Fat content: 6 grams
Fat that is not good for you: 1 gram
Sodium: 100 milligrams
Advice for Making Bread Without Flour
Make sure to grind the lentils very well to prevent the bread from having a rough texture.
Give enough time for soaking: Allowing the dough to soak lets the psyllium seeds absorb water completely, which is important for the bread's shape and texture.
Check the bread near the end of the baking time to make sure it doesn't bake too much. It should feel solid when touched and have a golden-brown crust.
This bread without flour is a great and healthy option instead of regular bread. It has lots of protein, fiber, and good fats, and it doesn't contain any refined flour. It's great for sandwiches, toast, or just by itself. Enjoy baking and eating this healthy bread!
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